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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 12826  Size: SH
  1. Remove the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  2. Remove the accelerator controls cable from the accelerator controls pedal.

  3. Object Number: 12262  Size: SH
  4. Squeeze the cover tangs on the accelerator controls cable .
  5. Push the accelerator controls cable through the bulkhead.

  6. Object Number: 12717  Size: SH
  7. Remove the accelerator controls cable from the retaining clips.

  8. Object Number: 12735  Size: SH
  9. Remove the accelerator controls cable from the throttle body lever and bracket.

Installation Procedure

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.

Important: The throttle should operate freely and without binding between full closed and wide open throttle.


    Object Number: 12262  Size: SH
  1. Install the accelerator controls cable through the bulkhead, the cable will snap in place.

  2. Object Number: 12826  Size: SH
  3. place the accelerator controls cable through the slot in the accelerator controls pedal lever.
  4. Seat the snap retainer in the accelerator controls pedal lever.

  5. Object Number: 12735  Size: SH
  6. Connect the accelerator controls cable to the throttle body lever and bracket.

  7. Object Number: 12717  Size: SH
  8. Snap the accelerator controls cable into the retaining clips.
  9. Check for the correct throttle opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator controls pedal. Also check for correct carpet fit under the accelerator controls pedal.
  10. Install the left instrument panel insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.