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Accelerator Pedal: Service and Repair

REMOVAL




The following procedure applies only to vehicles without the Adjustable Pedal Package (code XAP).

The accelerator pedal is serviced as a complete assembly including the bracket.

The accelerator cable is connected to the upper part of the accelerator pedal arm by a plastic retainer (clip) (2).This plastic retainer snaps into the top of the accelerator pedal arm.

1. From inside the vehicle, hold up accelerator pedal. Remove plastic cable retainer (clip) and throttle cable core wire from upper end of accelerator pedal arm. Plastic cable retainer (clip) snaps into pedal arm.
2. Remove 2 accelerator pedal mounting bracket nuts. Remove accelerator pedal assembly.

INSTALLATION
1. Place accelerator pedal assembly over 2 studs.
2. Install and tighten 2 mounting nuts. Refer to Torque Specifications.
3. Slide throttle cable into opening slot in top of pedal arm.
4. Push plastic cable retainer (clip) into accelerator pedal arm opening until it snaps into place.
5. Before starting engine, operate accelerator pedal to check for any binding.