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Throttle Position (TP) Sensor: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln Navigator and 2005 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Navigator vehicles 

  3. Remove the air cleaner inlet pipe and the air cleaner assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  4. All vehicles 

  5. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
  6. 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.
  7. Remove and discard the 2 screws and the TP sensor.