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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005E 150 V10-6.8L VIN SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2005 Ford E 150 V10-6.8L VIN S
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
2005 Ford E 150 V10-6.8L VIN SSECTION Service and Repair
THROTTLE POSITION (TP) SENSOR
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air cleaner outlet tube.
4. NOTE: The clip must be pulled out before disconnecting the electrical connector.
Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
5. 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.
Remove and discard the two screws and the TP sensor.
Installation
1. CAUTION:
- Do not reuse the TP sensor and screws. A new TP sensor and screws must be installed.
- Do not use a high speed driver to install the new screws or damage to the TP sensor can occur.
NOTE: When installing the new TP sensor, make sure that the radial locator tab on the TP sensor is aligned with the radial locator hole on the throttle body.
Position the new TP sensor and install the two new screws.
2. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
3. Install the air cleaner assembly and air cleaner outlet tube.
4. Install the engine cover.
5. Connect the battery ground cable.
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the air cleaner assembly and air cleaner outlet tube.
4. NOTE: The clip must be pulled out before disconnecting the electrical connector.
Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
5. 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.
Remove and discard the two screws and the TP sensor.
Installation
1. CAUTION:
- Do not reuse the TP sensor and screws. A new TP sensor and screws must be installed.
- Do not use a high speed driver to install the new screws or damage to the TP sensor can occur.
NOTE: When installing the new TP sensor, make sure that the radial locator tab on the TP sensor is aligned with the radial locator hole on the throttle body.
Position the new TP sensor and install the two new screws.
2. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
3. Install the air cleaner assembly and air cleaner outlet tube.
4. Install the engine cover.
5. Connect the battery ground cable.
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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.