Originally posted by ShoStopper:
can you clean it...
Yes, you can.
Originally posted by ShoStopper:
...how hard is it?
Not that hard to do. The hardest part is removing the bottom bolt (since it is hard to get to). I believe that I removed the EVR to have easier access to removing the IAC.
Remember to watch that you don't drop any parts into the engine bay. And you might want to have on hand a magnetic flex shaft pick up tool and/or long claw pick up tool to get any dropped parts (I've had to use mine a few times).
Cleaning is easy. I used carb cleaner and a toothbrush.
If I would do it again, I would probably use a brass-bristled brush (e.g., a gun cleaning brush) and a more powerful chemical.
Remember to let it dry before reinstalling.
96 Contour SE
Duratec V6 24-valve 2.5L ATX
108,000 mi.
Replaced: crankshaft w/ DMD, EGR valve (clogged), EVR, DPFE, PCV valve, evap emissions hose & tube (cracked), window regulator (broken), LH & RH PCV tubes, UIM gasket (leak), ignition coil
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