Yes, it is a mistake. The picture is the stock assembly.


You need the bagpipe fix or the new 45 degree bend with new IAC valve fix or the TH copper cap fix.

Edit. Moosing thread.
http://www.contour.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=v6maint&Number=1148660&fpart=1&PHPSESSID=

And the FAQ for moosing.
http://www.contour.org/FAQ/FAQ.php?s=probs&displayid=15

You need to get the correct IAC valve as some have posted that different years have changed. In addition, need to get the Ford OEM as some have posted that the moosing starts or gets worse after installing a aftermarket IAC valve.


"Always do the cheap and easy ones first." 1996 V6 ATX 96K miles