Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Pickup, 2004 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2004 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2004 Ford Excursion, and 2004 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Remove the fluid level indicator.

Fig 1: Removing Fluid Level Indicator
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Remove the transmission fluid fill tube nut.

Fig 2: Removing Transmission Fluid Fill Tube Nut
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Position aside the transmission fluid filler tube.

Fig 3: Positioning Aside Transmission Fluid Filler Tube
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All vehicles
Remove the turbocharger heat shield.

Fig 4: Removing Turbocharger Heat Shield
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NOTE: Early production shown, late production similar.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Injector Control Pressure And Injector Pressure Regulator Valve Sensor Electrical Connectors

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Disconnect the injector control pressure (ICP) and the injector pressure regulator (IPR) valve sensor electrical connectors.

NOTE: Use a 1-3/8 inch 12-point deep flare nut crowfoot wrench, such as a Snap-on® AN850822B or equivalent, to remove the valve.

Fig 6: Removing IPR Valve

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Remove the IPR valve.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Apply clean engine oil to the IPR valve prior to installing it.