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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.0L (L81) 🢒 Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the hush panel from under the dashboard on the drivers side.
  2. Remove the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor electrical connector.
  3. Remove the retainer pin from the end of the linkage at the sensor.
  4. Disconnect the linkage from the lever.
  5. Remove the accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor mounting bolts.

    6. Object Number: 428689 Size: SH
  6. Remove the APP sensor.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 428689 Size: SH
  1. Install the APP sensor.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the APP sensor mounting bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 22 N·m (16 lb ft).

  3. Connect the linkage to the lever on the sensor.
  4. Install the retainer pin on the linkage.
  5. Connect the APP sensor electrical connector.
  6. Install the hush panel.