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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Cavalier 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 2.2L (LN2) 🢒 Accelerator Control Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 14159 Size: SH
  1. Remove the left sound insulator Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Remove the accelerator cable from the pedal assembly (2).
  3. Depress the cable tangs at the bulkhead (1) and push the cable forward toward engine compartment.

    4. Object Number: 182366 Size: SH
  4. Remove the cable retaining clip (2).
  5. Remove the cable from the push-clip (1).

    6. Object Number: 182374 Size: SH
  6. Remove the cruise control cable, if the vehicle is so equipped.
  7. Depress the tangs (1) on the cable and push the cable through the cable bracket (2).
  8. Remove the cable (3) from the throttle cam.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 182374 Size: SH
  1. Route the cable through the cable bracket (2).
  2. Press the cable upward through bracket.
  3. Ensure that the cable retainer tangs (1) expand and are properly seated.
  4. Install the cruise control cable.

    5. Object Number: 182366 Size: SH
  5. Install the cable in the push-in clip (1).

    6. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  6. Install the cable retaining clip (2).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the cable retaining clip to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  7. Route the cable (3) through the Bulkhead.

    8. Object Number: 14159 Size: SH
  8. Install the accelerator cable (2) through the slot in the accelerator pedal assembly (2) and snap into place.

    9. Important: Flexible components, such as hoses, wires, conduits, etc., must not be routed within 50 mm (2.0 in) of moving parts of the accelerator linkage outboard of the support unless the routing is positively controlled.

  9. Inspect for correct opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal. Ensure that the throttle valve reaches wide open throttle (WOT) position. If the throttle valve does not, inspect for damaged or bent brackets, levers, or other components. Also inspect for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.
  10. Install the left sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.