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Removal and Installation

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .
  2. Disconnect the throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Throttle Position (TP) Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03725016Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the two screws and the TP sensor.
    Fig 2: Removing Screws, TP Sensor & Torque Specifications
    G03725017Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. 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.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.