Q: How to Service the Throttle Position Sensor on Ford Explorer?
A: The first step for servicing the Throttle Position (TP) Sensor requires users to disconnect the battery ground cable followed by taking off the air cleaner outlet pipe. The procedure requires detachment of the TP sensor electrical connector. Before using a suitable high-speed driver to remove TP sensor screws the user must loosen them 1-2 full turns using a hand tool to prevent screw damage. The service requires removal of the two screws and TP sensor and discarding both components. The installation of new TP sensor and new screws is mandatory because replacing old parts is prohibited. Install the new TP sensor component by positioning its radial locator tab exactly on the radial locator opening of the throttle body. Position the new TP sensor before installing the two new screws which should be tightened to 3 Nm (27 lb-in). Reestablish the battery ground connection as your final step after installing the TP sensor electrical connection and reinstalling both the air cleaner outlet pipe.
Q: How to service and repair the Throttle Position Sensor on Ford Mustang?
A: A service or repair of the Throttle Position Sensor requires disconnecting the battery ground cable as the first step. First disconnect the TP sensor connector before taking out the screws which secure the sensor. Capacity to install begins with performing the opposite steps of removal. The servicing approach for Throttle Position Sensor repair works in equivalent ways for the 3.8L along with the 4.6L engines.
Q: How to service the Throttle Position Sensor on Ford Ranger?
A: Disconnection of power supply cable from battery followed by removal of electrical connector to Throttle Position (TP) sensor should be the first step for servicing the Throttle Position Sensor. Start by taking out the TP sensor after you remove all its securing screws. Follow the reverse order of removal to install the device by placing rotary tangs over the throttle shaft blade and rotating the throttle position sensor. Correct installation of the throttle position sensor matters because incorrect setup will result in excessive idle speed conditions.