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Removal [12/2019 - 10/2022]: Procedure

  1. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9

  2. REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10

  3. REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY 

    Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17

  4. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL (W/SENSOR) ROD ASSEMBLY 
    NOTE:
    • Avoid physical shock to the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
    • Do not disassemble the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
    • The accelerator pedal sensor assembly does not require lubrication.
    • Do not apply oil or other lubricants to the accelerator pedal sensor assembly. If applied, the accelerator pedal sensor assembly must be replaced.
    1. Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.
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    2. Remove the 3 nuts and disconnect the rod of the accelerator pedal sensor assembly from the accelerator pedal to remove the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
      NOTE:

      If the accelerator pedal sensor assembly has been struck or dropped, replace it.

  5. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL PAD 
    1. Disengage the 4 claws and remove the accelerator pedal pad from the accelerator pedal.
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  6. REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL 
    1. Remove the 2 bolts.
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    2. Push the accelerator pedal in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the claw.
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      Remove in this Direction (1)
      Remove in this Direction (2)
    3. Pull the accelerator pedal in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to remove it.