Fuel Charging Wiring Harness: Removal

2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.0 3, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
  2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.
    Fig 1: Removing Air Cleaner Outlet Tube
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  3. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting TP Sensor Electrical Connector
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  4. Detach the breather hose from the valve cover.
    Fig 3: Detaching Breather Hose From Valve Cover
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  5. Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting CMP Electrical Connector
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  6. Disconnect the idle air control (IAC) valve electrical connector.
    Fig 5: Disconnecting IAC Valve Electrical Connector
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  7. Disconnect the fuel injection wiring harness electrical connector.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting Fuel Injection Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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  8. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  9. Remove the engine undershield.
    Fig 7: Removing Engine Undershield
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  10. Disconnect the oil pressure switch electrical connector.
    Fig 8: Disconnecting Oil Pressure Switch Electrical Connector
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  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Disconnect the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 9: Disconnecting CHT Sensor Electrical Connector
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  13. Disconnect the accelerator cable.
    1. Remove the retaining clip and detach the inner cable from the throttle body.
    2. Rotate the outer cable.
    3. Disconnect the accelerator cable.
    Fig 10: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable
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  14. Disconnect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
    Fig 11: Disconnecting Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors
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  15. Remove the fuel injection wiring harness.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.