Throttle valve control motor - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative lead.
2 Remove the air cleaner assembly.
3 Disconnect the wiring plugs from the motor and the throttle position sensor.
4 Remove the screws securing the motor and throttle position sensor assembly mounting bracket to the CFI unit, and withdraw the assembly.
5 Remove the motor securing screws and withdraw the motor from the bracket.
Refitting
6 Refitting is a reversal of removal, bearing in
mind the following points.
7 Ensure that the throttle position sensor locates correctly on the throttle valve spindle, and that the mounting bracket aligns with its locating pegs.
8 On completion, the idle speed should be checked by a Ford dealer at the earliest opportunity.
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grit. If they are badly stained remove them
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Engine idle speed check (Every 6000 miles (10 000 km) or 6 months)
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1,
Chapter 4, Part A or B (as
applicable), before proceeding.
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Crankshaft and bearings - examination and renovation
1.8 litre (R2A type)
1 Examine the bearing surfaces of the
crankshaft for scratches or scoring and, using
a micrometer, check each journal and
crankpin for ovality. Where this is found to be
in e ...
