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Idle Speed/Throttle Actuator - Electronic: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.







2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the Idle Air Control (IAC) valve.







3. Remove the IAC valve.
1 Remove the bolts from the IAC valve.
2 Lift and remove the IAC valve from the vehicle and discard the gasket.

4. Clean the gasket mating surfaces.

CAUTION: Do not use Carburetor Tune-up Cleaner D9AZ-19579-BA meeting Ford specifications ESR-M14P9-A or any other type of solvent as damage to the valve internal components may result.

NOTE: The engine control sensor wiring cannot be cleaned. If necessary, new wiring must be installed.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure. Install a new gasket.
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