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Throttle Position (TP) Sensor: Removal

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Remove the engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
    3. NOTE: The clip must be pulled out before disconnecting the electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Locating Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03885095Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
    4. CAUTION: Failure to remove the TP sensor screws in the following manner will result in damage to the screws. First loosen the screws 1 - 2 full turns using a hand tool and then use a suitable high speed driver to complete the removal.
    Fig 2: Removing TP Sensor
    G03888368Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove and discard the two screws and the TP sensor.
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