Accelerator Controls Cable Replacement

Accelerator Controls Cable Replacement


REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove left sound insulator.
2. Remove release cable retainer from pedal assembly (2).
3. Depress the cable tangs (1) and push forward toward engine compartment.




4. Remove the cable retaining clip (2).
5. Remove the cable from the push-clip (1).




6. Remove the cruise control cable if equipped.
7. Depress the tangs (1) on the cable and push through the cable bracket (2).
8. Remove the cable (3) from the cam.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Route cable through cable bracket (2).
2. Press cable upward through bracket.
3. Ensure tangs (1) expand and are properly seated.
4. Install the cruise control cable.




5. Install the cable in the push-in clip (1).
6. Install the cable retaining clip (2).

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

7. Route the cable (3) through cowl.




8. Slip accelerator cable (2) through slot in rod and then install retainer in rod, being sure it is seated.

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

9. Check for correct opening and closing positions by operating accelerator pedal. Make sure that the throttle valve reaches wide-open throttle position. If it does not, inspect for damaged or bent brackets, levers, or other components; or, for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.
10. Install the left sound insulator.