Keep precise throttle signals flowing to your Ford's electronic control unit with the Standard Ignition Throttle Position Sensor TH182. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement for 1996 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 Econoline (including Club Wagon) vans and F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks equipped with the L6-4.9L engine, and it's specifically engineered for high-mileage Ford applications.
Connects through a single plug-in connection: 3 male blade terminals meet a female connector. If a failed throttle position sensor is the cause of your erratic idle, hesitation, or throttle-response codes, this replaces it. Designed and manufactured in North America.
Interchange: EC3176 · TPS266 · 2-20168 · 220168 · F6TF9B989BA · F6TZ9B989BA
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What does this throttle position sensor do?
It monitors the throttle body valve position and sends constant, precise information to the engine's electronic control unit, which the ECU uses to manage throttle response and fueling.
Which vehicles does the TH182 fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for 1996 Ford E-150, E-250, and E-350 Econoline (including Club Wagon) vans and F-150, F-250, and F-350 trucks with the L6-4.9L engine. See the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your vehicle.
What numbers does this sensor interchange with?
It cross-references EC3176, TPS266, 2-20168 (220168), F6TF9B989BA, and F6TZ9B989BA. The manufacturer part number is TH182.
What are the signs my throttle position sensor may need replacing?
Erratic or surging idle, hesitation, poor throttle response, or a throttle-position trouble code can be signs. Diagnose the cause first, since these symptoms can have other sources.
How does it connect?
It uses a single plug-in connection, with 3 male blade terminals mating to a female connector. It's designed and manufactured in North America, and the country of origin is Mexico.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
