Throttle body replacement?

Tiny
MYERSKCMO
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  • 2003 FORD EXPLORER
  • 6 CYL
  • 170,000 MILES
Dropped screws down in the throttle body, is it possible to retrieve them?
Friday, April 24th, 2020 AT 2:40 PM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good evening,

You will need to remove the throttle body itself and then use a magnet to fish around for the pieces. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Friday, April 24th, 2020 AT 3:30 PM
Tiny
MYNZ909
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  • 1997 FORD EXPLORER
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  • 4WD
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Trying to remove throttle body to replace seals
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hello
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Removal and installation procedures for your vehicle's throttle body are below..


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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM (Merged)
Tiny
MYNZ909
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Trying to remove throttle body
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Monday, January 18th, 2021 AT 11:17 AM (Merged)
Tiny
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Hello -

Sorry, the manual doesn't provide much info on TB removal or installation. Here is what we have.

THROTTLE BODY
Removal
1. Remove air cleaner and duct assembly. Disconnect accelerator cable from throttle lever. Disconnect cruise control actuator (if equipped). Remove accelerator cable bracket and set aside.
2. Disconnect electrical connectors and vacuum lines as necessary. Remove 4 bolts (or screws) retaining throttle body assembly to intake manifold. Remove throttle body.
Installation
Clean gasket mating surfaces. Clean and oil bolt threads. Install NEW gasket. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

If you need more info please tell me your engine size in liter and the 8th digit of your VIN.
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