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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Accelerator Cable Tangs, Pedal Lever & Cable Retainer
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  1. Install the accelerator cable through the dash panel. Snap the accelerator cable cover tangs (1) through the dash panel.
  2. Install the accelerator cable through the slot in the accelerator pedal lever (2).
  3. Seat the retainer (3) in the accelerator pedal lever (2).
    4. Fig 2: View Of Accelerator/Throttle Cable
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  4. Connect the accelerator cable to the throttle body lever.
    5. Fig 3: Locating Accelerator Control Cable and Cruise Control Cable
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  5. Slide the accelerator cable into the slot on the accelerator cable bracket. Snap the locking tab into position.
    6. Fig 4: View Of Accelerator Cable At Engine Sight Shield Mounting Bracket
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  6. Clip the accelerator cable into the engine sight shield mounting bracket.
    7. Fig 5: View Of Top Engine Cover
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  7. Test for complete throttle opening and closing range by operating the accelerator pedal. Also inspect the carpet fit under the accelerator pedal. The throttle should operate freely without binding between full closed throttle and wide open throttle (WOT).
  8. Install the left instrument panel insulator.
  9. Install the engine sight shield.
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