Throttle Body (TB)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mercury Sable, 2009 Ford Taurus X, and 2009 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the throttle plate open with any object that could scratch the bore or plate while servicing or cleaning the throttle body (TB). Refer to Throttle Body .
The TB:
- controls air supply to the intake manifold by electronically positioning the throttle plate.
- is not adjustable.
- must be removed from the vehicle to be cleaned.
Refer to Throttle Body .