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Accelerator Pedal Assembly Replacement LHD

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1206251  Size: SH
  1. Remove the knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement.
  2. Remove the accelerator pedal assembly mounting nuts (4).
  3. Remove the pedal assembly from the studs.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the electronic throttle control sensor (3).

  5. Object Number: 1206242  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the linear position sensor.
  7. Carefully lift the retaining tabs on the end of the accelerator pedal cable (1) using 2 thin-bladed tools.
  8. Disconnect the adjustable accelerator pedal cable (1) from the pedal assembly.
  9. Remove the accelerator pedal assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Ensure that the adjustable accelerator pedal and adjustable brake pedal are synchronized in the full forward, front of vehicle position.

    Important: During the synchronization procedure, do not exceed 0.5 N·m (4.43 lb in) of torque while adjusting the pedals with the use of the cable, or the square drive.

  1. Synchronize the pedals to the full forward position.

  2. Object Number: 1206242  Size: SH
  3. Synchronize the brake pedal to the full forward position. Use the instrument panel switch, the Tech II, or manually move the brake pedal as follows:
  4. 2.1. Use an adjustable wrench on the accelerator pedal end of the accelerator pedal cable (1).
    2.2. Slowly rotate the accelerator cable to move the brake pedal to the full forward, front of vehicle position.
    2.3. Remove the wrench from the vehicle.
  5. The new accelerator pedal assembly should already be synchronized to the full forward position. If the pedal is not synchronized, proceed as follows before installation:
  6. 3.1. Install a square drive tool into the accelerator pedal where the cable attaches.
    3.2. Carefully rotate the tool to move the adjustable pedal to the full forward position.
    3.3. Remove the square drive tool.
  7. Connect the adjustable accelerator pedal cable (1) to the pedal assembly.
  8. Ensure that the adjustable accelerator pedal cable retaining feature is locked in place by carefully pulling on the cable.
  9. Connect the electrical connector to the linear position sensor.

  10. Object Number: 1206251  Size: SH
  11. Connect the electrical connector to the electronic throttle control sensor (3).
  12. Install the accelerator pedal assembly to the mounting studs.
  13. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  14. Install the accelerator pedal assembly mounting nuts (4).
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the accelerator pedal assembly mounting nuts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  16. Install the knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement.
  17. Perform the adjustable pedal calibration procedure. Refer to Adjustable Pedal System Calibration .

Accelerator Pedal Assembly Replacement RHD

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 1857847  Size: SH
  3. Remove the 2 lower adjustable pedal assembly bracket nuts.

  4. Object Number: 1857849  Size: SH
  5. Remove the accelerator pedal assembly from the mounting studs.
  6. Disconnect the accelerator pedal position sensor electrical connector (1).
  7. Disconnect the accelerator pedal linear position sensor electrical connector (2) and release the connector harness from the brake pedal bracket.
  8. Carefully compress the adjustable brake pedal actuator cable collar (3) at the motor and pull the cable straight out.
  9. Disconnect the adjustable pedal motor electrical connector (4).
  10. Remove the adjustable accelerator pedal assembly.

Installation Procedure

    Important: Ensure the adjustable brake pedal and the adjustable accelerator pedal are synchronized in the full forward, front of vehicle position.

  1. Using a suitable tool, slowly rotate the exposed end of the adjustable brake pedal actuator cable until the brake pedal assembly is in the full forward, front of vehicle position. Do not use excessive rotating force on the adjustable brake pedal actuator cable.
  2. Specification
    Do not exceed 0.5 N·m (4.43 lb ft) of rotating force.

  3. Using a square drive tool on the adjustable pedal motor, carefully rotate the adjustable pedal motor until the accelerator is in the full forward, front of vehicle position. Do not use excessive rotating force on the adjustable pedal motor.
  4. Specification
    Do not exceed 0.5 N·m (4.43 lb ft) of rotating force.


    Object Number: 1857849  Size: SH
  5. Connect the adjustable pedal motor electrical connector (4).
  6. Install the adjustable brake pedal actuator cable (3) to the motor.
  7. Ensure the adjustable brake pedal actuator cable engages the adjustable pedal motor drive fully and the collar is locked into place.

  8. Connect the accelerator pedal linear position sensor electrical connector (2) and install the connector harness clip to the brake pedal bracket.
  9. Connect the accelerator pedal position sensor electrical connector (1).
  10. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1857847  Size: SH
  11. Position the adjustable accelerator pedal assembly to the vacuum brake booster bracket studs.
  12. Install the 2 lower adjustable pedal assembly bracket nuts.
  13. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  14. Install the driver knee bolster bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement .
  15. Calibrate the adjustable pedal system. Refer to Adjustable Pedal System Calibration .