Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Accelerator Controls Cable Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the left closeout/insulator panel replacement.
2. Remove the accelerator controls cable (1) from accelerator pedal (3).
3. Squeeze the accelerator controls cable cover tangs and push cable through the bulkhead.




4. Remove the accelerator controls cable (3) from accelerator controls cable bracket (1).
5. Remove the accelerator controls cable (3) from the throttle body lever (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





NOTE: In order to prevent possible interference and damage, flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) must not be routed within 50 mm (2 in) of moving parts, unless the routing is positively controlled.

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

1. Install the accelerator controls cable at the throttle body lever.
2. Install the accelerator controls cable at the accelerator controls cable bracket.




3. Route the accelerator controls cable under brake master cylinder and through dash.
4. Secure the retainer at dash.
5. Secure the cable (1) at accelerator controls pedal (3).

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

6. Install the left closeout/insulator panel.