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1997 Lincoln Continental Repair Question


Topics covered: Body, Sensor, Throttle body.
Mileage: 49,500 miles.

Asked on March 12, 2011

Throttle position sensor

How do i replace the tps on a 97 lincoln continental 4.6l. There were 4 or 5 codes all relating to the tps, don't remember the p numbers.
Avatar Asked by staylor52

Answer

Replied on March 12, 2011

REMOVAL

Remove throttle body.
Remove two Throttle Position (TP) sensor retaining screws from throttle body.
Remove TP sensor.
INSTALLATION

Follow removal procedure in reverse order.
Tighten retaining screws to 2.4-3.8 Nm (22-33 lb in).
Cycle throttle lever to wide open throttle. It should return without interference.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on March 12, 2011

thanks, so there is nothing to adjust? just plug & play.

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