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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1999RANGER 2WD V6-3.0L VIN UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTCOMPUTERS AND CONTROL SYSTEMSTHROTTLE POSITION SENSORSERVICE AND REPAIR
1999 Ford Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN U
Throttle Position Sensor: Service and Repair
1999 Ford Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN USECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect the Throttle Position (TP) sensor connector.
3. Remove the screws and the throttle position sensor
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Failure to install the throttle position sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds. Install the throttle position sensor by sliding the rotary tangs into position over the throttle shaft blade, then rotate the throttle position sensor.
2. Install the throttle position sensor with the tangs in proper alignment.
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Disconnect the Throttle Position (TP) sensor connector.
3. Remove the screws and the throttle position sensor
INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: Failure to install the throttle position sensor in this manner may result in excessive idle speeds. Install the throttle position sensor by sliding the rotary tangs into position over the throttle shaft blade, then rotate the throttle position sensor.
2. Install the throttle position sensor with the tangs in proper alignment.
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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.