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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1992TAURUS V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1992 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHO
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1992 Ford Taurus V6-182 3.0L DOHC SHOSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the Throttle Position (TP) sensor from the wiring harness.
2. Remove the two TP sensor retaining screws and remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the sensor, ensuring that the rotary tangs on sensor are in proper alignment and that the red seal is inside the connector housing.
CAUTION: Slide rotary tangs into position over the throttle shaft blade, then rotate the TP sensor CLOCKWISE to installed position. Failure to install the TP sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds.
2. Install the retaining screws and tighten them to 14 in lb (1.5 N-m).
3. Connect the wiring connector to the TP sensor.
NOTE: The TP sensor is not adjustable.
Throttle Position Sensor:
1. Disconnect the Throttle Position (TP) sensor from the wiring harness.
2. Remove the two TP sensor retaining screws and remove the sensor from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the sensor, ensuring that the rotary tangs on sensor are in proper alignment and that the red seal is inside the connector housing.
CAUTION: Slide rotary tangs into position over the throttle shaft blade, then rotate the TP sensor CLOCKWISE to installed position. Failure to install the TP sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds.
2. Install the retaining screws and tighten them to 14 in lb (1.5 N-m).
3. Connect the wiring connector to the TP sensor.
NOTE: The TP sensor is not adjustable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.