Throttle Cable/Linkage: Service and Repair

Accelerator Cable:

ACCELERATOR CONTROL CABLE
There are no linkage adjustments. The control cable must be replaced with an identical replacement part.
All linkages and cables must be checked, to assure free movement. with no rubbing, chafing, or binding.
The accelerator must operate freely, without binding between full closed and side open throttle.
Observe the following, when performing service on the accelerator control cable:

- The retainer must be installed with the tangs secured over the head of the stud.
- The conduit, fitting at both ends of the cable, must have the locking tangs expanded and locked into the attaching holes.
- The braided portion of the cable must not come into contact with the front of dash sealer during replacement.
- Flexible components (hoses, wires, conduit, etc.) must not be routed within 50 mm (2") of the moving parts of the accelerator linkage, unless routing is positively controlled.

REMOVAL
1. Remove retainer from throttle lever stud.
2. Remove retainer locking tangs from support bracket.
3. Disconnect retainer from accelerator pedal rod or release cable from rod.
4. Remove retainer locking tanks from dash panel.

INSTALLATION
1. Connect retainer to dash panel.
2. Connect retainer to accelerator pedal rod or connect cable in rod slot.
3. Connect retainer to support bracket.
4. Connect retainer to throttle lever stud or connect cable to pulley.