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Removal and Installation

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting TP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03275337Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Remove the two screws and the TP sensor.
    Fig 2: Removing TP Sensor
    G03275338Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    4. NOTE: Failure to install the throttle position sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds. Slide the rotary tangs into position over the throttle shaft blade, then rotate the throttle position sensor.
  4. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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