What engine are we talking about?

I got a 5.4, i only found a tp sensor for a 4.2 is it the same?

Item Part Number Description
1 14A464 Throttle position (TP) sensor electrical connector
2 W707535 TP sensor screws (2 required)
3 9E928 TP sensor

Removal

Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .
Remove the air cleaner. For additional information, refer to Section 303-12 .
Disconnect the TP sensor electrical connector.
CAUTION: Failure to remove the TP sensor screws in the following manner will result in damage to the screws. First loosen the screws 1-2 full turns using a hand tool and then use a suitable high speed driver to complete the removal.

Remove and discard the 2 screws and the TP sensor.
Installation

CAUTION: Do not reuse the TP sensor and screws. A new TP sensor and screws must be installed.

CAUTION: Do not use a high speed driver to install the new screws or damage to the TP sensor can occur.

NOTE: When installing the new TP sensor, make sure that the radial locator tab on the TP sensor is aligned with the radial locator hole on the throttle body.

Position the new TP sensor and install the 2 new screws.
Tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
Install the air cleaner. For additional information, refer to Section 303-12 .
Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .
I don't know about programing, but it looks like plug and play to me. Google the part # and you should find a ford p/n, hope this helps you. BTW, the part # for the 4.2 is different.
Steve

Many questions about the TP sensor has come up the past couple weeks. I really can't imagine them going bad. TB problems maybe, but I think we are sooting in the dark.

Like I said earlier no.

There is a throttle position sensor for the 5.4l, 4.6l, and the 4.2l and they NOT interchangable.

Read this: http://dygytalworld.ehost-services10.../faqs.htm#idle

Thank you Manual! Didn't know how to say it that good.

Well i ended up buying my buddys TB from his wrecked F150, and so far no shut offs. Well thx for your help guys i hope this solves the problem.

Good job man, hope it all works out for you, now I know what Manual is all about. Good work Manual! Keep us up to date crazyguy.