Where exactly is the HC trap? I just recently bought my car so I probably don't have it but I would like to look for a piece of mind. Is it easy to look for? Any precautions? how do I find the build date of my vehicle? Thanks

 

Most likey, you dont have it.. It's in the air intake tube. You just need a screwdriver to take it off--really easy.

 

disconnect the air intake hose/tube at the air filter box, just a screw type hose clamp. It is a honeycomb looking thing about an inch or so in from the end. The HC Trap itself is about 3 inches long and can be removed with needlenose pliers. I removed mine the other night and noticed no ill effects. No noticeable positive effects either. Hard to imagine that it drains 5hp, but who am I to argue with the experts with dynometers?

 

Thanks guys..checked it today. didn't have one.

 

so there were removed in later build dates?

 

the HC trap ended with the 05 model.

 

You could call Ford world headquarters. 1-800-392-3673