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Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 12287  Size: SH
  1. Remove the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to one of the following procedures:
  2. •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side
    •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side
    •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side
  3. Remove the accelerator cable (5) from accelerator pedal (1).
  4. Remove the bolt (3) and stud (2) holding the accelerator pedal to the bulkhead (4).
  5. Remove the accelerator pedal (1) from the bulkhead (4).

Installation Procedure

Notice: Do not route flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) within 50 mm (2 in) of moving parts unless flexible components can be securely fastened. This is necessary in order to prevent possible interference and damage to the component.


    Object Number: 12287  Size: SH
  1. Install the accelerator pedal (1) to the bulkhead (4).
  2. Install the bolt (3) and stud (2) holding the accelerator pedal to the bulkhead (4).
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the stud and bolt to 3  (27 lb in).

  4. Install the accelerator cable (5) from accelerator pedal (1).
  5. Important: The throttle should operate freely without binding between full closed and wide open throttle.

  6. Check for complete throttle opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal. Also check for poor carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.
  7. Install the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to one of the following procedures:
  8. •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side
    •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side
    •  Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side