For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instument Panel, Gauges and Console.
- Remove release cable retainer from pedal assembly (2).
- Depress the cable tangs (1) and push forward toward engine compartment.
- Remove the cable retaining clip (2).
- Remove the cable from the push-clip (1).
- Remove the cruise control cable if equipped.
- Depress the tangs (1) on the cable and push through the cable bracket (2).
- Remove the cable (3) from the cam.
Installation Procedure
- Route cable through cable bracket (2).
- Press cable upward through bracket.
- Ensure tangs (1) expand and are properly seated.
- Install the cruise control cable.
- Install the cable in the push-in clip (1).
- Install the cable retaining clip (2).
- Route the cable (3) through cowl.
- Slip accelerator cable (2) through slot in rod and then install retainer in rod, being sure it is seated.
- Check for correct opening and closing positions by operating accelerator pedal. Make sure that the throttle valve reaches wide-open throttle position. If it does not, inspect for damaged or bent brackets, levers, or other components; or, for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.
- Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
Tighten
Tighten cable retaining clip to 10 N·m(89 lb in).
Important: Flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) must not be routed within 50 mm (2.0 in) of moving parts of accelerator linkage outboard of support unless routing is positively controlled.
