Orientation of IAC

[cplynn]

Can the plug portion of the IAC be flipped 180 degrees (so plug is angled upward like in the picture) without affecting idle or performance? If I install the IAC as it comes from the store (plug angled downward) the throttle cable and throttle cable bracket are in the way of the plug. I don't like how snug the plug is against the sleeve connecting the TB to the cold air intake, but it clears the throttle cable and bracket this way.

[Viperwolf1]

Yes, you can rotate the motor. You can also replace it with another that has a straight out connector. I think crown vic was like that.

[ScottBarnes]

Yes, you can rotate the motor. You can also replace it with another that has a straight out connector. I think crown vic was like that.

any downside to flipping the motor?

[Gregg]

Changing the oil would be a challenge...

[ZOSO]

Changing the oil would be a challenge...

Would make it easier. Keeping oil in the motor would pose a challenge.

[Viperwolf1]

Yes, you can rotate the motor. You can also replace it with another that has a straight out connector. I think crown vic was like that.

any downside to flipping the motor?

Motor alone is no problem. Flipping the entire IAC is a problem.

[Mitche11]

I flipped mine to make room for a throttle plate. No issues at all, other than it being really tight against intake tube, but that works fine too.