Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Unclip and disconnect the sensor wiring plug.
3 Remove the two securing screws, and withdraw the sensor from the throttle valve shaft (see illustration).
11.3 Throttle position sensor (TPS) location (arrowed) on side of CFI unit
Refitting 4 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but ensure that the sensor actuating arm is correctly located.
See also:
Exhaust gas oxygen (HEGO) sensor (2.0 litre DOHC/1.6 & 1.8 litre (R6A type)
CVH) - removal and refitting
Note: Do not touch the tip of the HEGO
sensor as this will drastically shorten its
service life.
Note: A new sealing ring should be used on
refitting.
Removal
1 Ensure that the engine and the ex ...
Anti-lock Braking System - description
1 From 1986 onward an anti-lock braking
system is available as standard or optional
equipment on certain Escort models.
2 The system comprises four main
components: two modulators, one for each
b ...
Cargo area (P100 models) - removal and refitting
Note: A suitable lifting crane and tackle will be
required for this operation.
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the fuel filler cap, then drain the
fuel tank.
3 Remove th ...
