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Brake and/or Accelerator Pedals - Installation






INSTALLATION






NOTE: The brake pedal keeper (2) cannot be reused. Always install a new keeper if the brake pedal push rod was separated from the keeper.

1. Install a NEW booster rod keeper (2) by pressing the keeper onto the backside of the brake pedal assembly (1).
2. Press the keeper until the wings (2) snap onto the brake pedal assembly to ensure it is secured to the assembly.





3. Carefully install the brake pedal and bracket assembly (1) in the vehicle lining up the bracket with the power brake booster mounting studs and the studs on the dash panel.
4. Install the four nuts (3) attaching the brake pedal (1) (and power brake booster) to the dash panel. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
5. Install the two remaining nuts (2) attaching the brake pedal sled (1) to the dash panel. Tighten these nuts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
6. Tighten the brake pedal/booster mounting nuts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the power brake booster push rod into the back of the pedal, ensuring that the tabs are engaged.
8. Install and adjust the stop lamp switch in the brake pedal bracket Stop Lamp Switch - Installation





9. Install the support bracket (2).
10. Install support bracket mounting bolts (1) and tighten to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).






NOTE: A new pinch bolt (3) must be installed every time the pinch bolt is removed.

11. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
12. Install the intermediate shaft (2) into the vehicle. Slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear pinion shaft (4).
13. Install a NEW pinch bolt (3) and tighten to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
14. Install the knee blocker airbag Knee Blocker Air Bag - Installation.
15. If equipped, install the silencer pad below the instrument panel.
16. Connect the battery negative cable to its post on the battery.
17. Check the stop lamps to verify they are operating properly and not staying on when the pedal is in the released position.
18. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the brakes.

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