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Accelerator Controls Cable

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 21306  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the accelerator cable (4) from the accelerator pedal lever (3).
  2. Disconnect the accelerator cable retainer (2).
  3. Squeeze the accelerator cable cover tangs (1) and push the cable through the dash panel (bulkhead).

  4. Object Number: 21309  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the accelerator cable (4) from the retaining clip on the resonator bracket (3).
  6. Remove the accelerator cable (4) from the accelerator cable bracket (2) and the throttle body (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 21306  Size: SH

    Notice: Do not route flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) within 50 mm (2 in) of moving parts unless flexible components can be securely fastened. This is necessary in order to prevent possible interference and damage to the component.

  1. Install the accelerator cable (4) through the dash panel (bulkhead).
  2. Install the accelerator cable retainer (2).
  3. Install the accelerator cable (4) on the accelerator pedal lever (3).

  4. Object Number: 21309  Size: SH
  5. Install the accelerator cable (4) to the accelerator cable bracket (2) and the throttle body (1).
  6. Install the accelerator cable (4) into the retaining clip on the resonator bracket (3).
  7. Inspect for complete throttle opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal. The throttle should operate freely without bind between full closed throttle and wide open throttle.
  8. Check for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.

Accelerator Controls Accelerator Pedal

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the accelerator pedal push on nut.
  2. Remove the accelerator pedal from the accelerator pedal lever.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the accelerator pedal and spring to the accelerator pedal lever.
  2. Install a new push on nut to the accelerator pedal lever.
  3. Inspect for complete throttle opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal. The throttle should operate freely without bind between full closed throttle and wide open throttle.
  4. Check for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.