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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Turn OFF the ignition.

  2. Object Number: 65171  Size: SH
  3. Remove the left instrument closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  4. Remove the accelerator control cable (1) from the accelerator controls pedal lever (2).

  5. Object Number: 471528  Size: SH
  6. Squeeze the control cable cover tangs and push the accelerator control cable (1) through the bulkhead.

  7. Object Number: 475708  Size: SH
  8. Remove the accelerator control cable (1) from the retaining clip (2).

  9. Object Number: 179148  Size: SH
  10. Remove the accelerator control cable (2) from the throttle body lever (3).

  11. Object Number: 475708  Size: SH
  12. Remove the accelerator controls cable (1) from the accelerator control cable bracket (2).

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: 471528  Size: SH
  1. Install the accelerator control cable (1) through the bulkhead.
  2. Install the snap retainer through the bulkhead.

  3. Object Number: 65171  Size: SH
  4. Install the accelerator control cable (1) through the slot in the accelerator pedal lever (2).
  5. Important: The cable end fitting will snap into position and fit flush against accelerator control pedal lever.

  6. Assemble the dash panel insulator retainer to the accelerator control cable.
  7. Push the retainer over the cable lever end fitting and up the cable until the retainer snaps onto the flange of the cable dash fitting. The retainer fits flush to the dash mat.
  8. Important: The throttle should operate freely and without binding between full-closed and wide-open throttle.

  9. Check the throttle range by operating the accelerator pedal. Also check the correct carpet fit under the accelerator pedal.

  10. Object Number: 179148  Size: SH

    Important: Ensure that the cable is under the hook (1) in the throttle body lever.

  11. Install the accelerator controls cable (2) to the throttle body lever (3).

  12. Object Number: 475708  Size: SH
  13. Install the accelerator controls (1) cable to the accelerator cable bracket (2).

  14. Object Number: 428996  Size: SH
  15. Install the accelerator controls cable (2) to the retaining clip (1).
  16. Install the left instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Instrument Panel Insulator Panel Replacement - Left Side in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.