FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Throttle Cable/Linkage: Service and Repair

REMOVAL OF ACCELERATOR CABLE

Accelerator Cable Adjustment Bolts:





1. Loosen the accelerator cable adjusting nut.
2. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the accelerator arm.
3. Remove the accelerator cable.

REMOVAL OF ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Accelerator Cable And Pedal Assembly:





1. Remove the bushing and inner cable from the accelerator arm.
2. Loosen the bolts of the accelerator arm bracket and remove.

INSPECTION
1. Check the inner and outer cable for damage.
2. Check the cable for smooth movement.
3. Check the accelerator arm for deformation.
4. Check the return spring for deterioration.
5. Check the connection of the bushing to end metal fitting.
6. Check the accelerator switch for proper operation.

INSTALLATION
1. When installing the return spring and accelerator arm, apply multi-purpose grease around each moving point of the accelerator arm.

Accelerator Bracket Sealant Points:





2. Apply sealant to the bolt mounting hole, and tighten the accelerator arm bracket bolts.
3. Securely install the resin bushing of the accelerator cable on the end of the accelerator arm.

Accelerator Cable Grease Point:





4. Apply multipurpose grease around the cable end.