Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .
Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Electrical Connector
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Remove the two screws and the TP sensor.

Fig 2: Removing Screws, TP Sensor & Torque Specifications
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CAUTION:

Be sure to hand start the TP sensor screws. These are self-threading screws. Failure to hand start them can cause damage to the throttle body.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.