The throttle system, including the accelerator and cruise, should operate freely
without hesitation between the full closed and wide open throttle. Throttle system
components causing hesitation or sticking should be replaced.
Inspect for the following:
| • | Missing parts such as grommets or retaining clips |
| • | Interference of linkage or cable conduit to critical components such as
the fuel lines, brake pipes, harness leads, etc. |
| • | Proximity of cable to the exhaust system and other heat sources --
Check for melting and/or discoloration. |
| • | Cable kinking -- Maintain generous bend radii of cables. |
| • | Clearance of throttle system moving parts throughout their travel relative
to stationary components |
| • | Damage of components due to cable kinking, severe abrasion, mis-alignment,
frayed core wire, etc. |
Notice: Accelerator and cruise control cables should not be lubricated. If a binding
condition exists with the cable itself, replace the cable assembly.
Replace the missing or damaged components. Route any mis-routed components.
Removal Procedure
- Release the accelerator control cable from the
throttle lever.
- Release the cable retainer locking tangs from the accelerator control
cable bracket.
- Release the accelerator control cable from the
accelerator pedal assembly.
- Pull the cable assembly to disengage the rubber grommet from the cowl
plate.
- Remove the cable from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Route the cable through the front of the dash
from the outside in, over the camshaft cover, and over to the throttle body bracket.
- Push the cable through the front of the dash to engage the rubber grommet.
- Connect the accelerator control cable to the accelerator pedal assembly.
- Install the accelerator cable to the throttle
body support bracket assuring that the locking tangs engage.
- Connect the accelerator cable to the throttle lever.
- Check the accelerator control assembly for binding.
