Throttle Cable/Linkage: Service and Repair

Accelerator Control Cable:

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the accelerator cable (1) from accelerator pedal.
2. Remove the accelerator cable retainer.
3. Squeeze the accelerator cable cover tangs and push cable through dash panel (bulkhead).
4. Remove the accelerator cable (1) from accelerator cable bracket and throttle body lever.

Installation Procedure

Notice: To prevent possible interference, flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) must not be routed within 50 mm (2 in) of moving parts unless routing is positively controlled.

Important: Accelerator cable must be routed through groove in throttle body lever and seated securely.

1. Install the accelerator cable at throttle body lever and accelerator cable bracket.
2. Route the accelerator cable under brake master cylinder and through dash.
3. Secure the retainer at dash.

Important: 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 binding between full closed and wide open throttle.

4. Secure the cable at accelerator pedal.