Throttle Cable/Linkage: Service and Repair

Accel. Control Cable:

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Drivers side sound insulator.
2. Accelerator cable from accelerator pedal.
3. Squeeze accelerator cable retainer and push through bulk head.
4. Accelerator cable from restraints in engine compartment.
5. Accelerator cable from throttle body lever.

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTE: To prevent possible interference, flexible components must not be routed within 50 mm (2") of moving parts, unless routing is positively controlled.

1. Reverse removal procedure.

INSPECT
Check for complete throttle opening and closing positions by operating accelerator pedal. Also check for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal. Throttle should operate freely without bind between full closed and wide open throttle.

2. Apply a heavy bodied sealer around accelerator cable at engine compartment side of bulkhead.