Throttle Body: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Pickup, 2003 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2003 Ford F450 Super Duty, 2003 Ford Excursion, and 2003 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove air cleaner and duct assembly. Remove the accelerator cable splash shield. Disconnect accelerator cable from throttle lever. Disconnect cruise control actuator (if equipped). Remove throttle return spring. Remove accelerator cable bracket and set aside. Disconnect electrical connectors, vacuum lines and vapor hose as necessary. Remove 4 bolts retaining throttle body assembly to throttle body adapter. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . Remove throttle body.