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Accelerator Cable: Removal

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
  2. Remove the windshield and wiper arm assembly.
  3. Remove the plenum chamber finisher, Refer to COWL VENT SCREEN .
  4. Disconnect the throttle cable from the electronic throttle assembly quadrant.
    • Rotate the throttle quadrant to release the cable. (1)
    • Disconnect the throttle cable from the electronic throttle assembly quadrant. (2)
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Throttle Cable
    G03157862Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  5. Displace the outer cable from the abutment bracket.
    • Cut the retaining strap. (1)
    • Displace the outer cable from the abutment bracket. (2)
    Fig 2: Removing Outer Cable From Abutment Bracket
    G03157863Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  6. Release the grommet from the plenum chamber closing plate and route the cable/grommet through the aperture.
    Fig 3: Routing Cable/Grommet Through Aperture
    G03157864Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  7. Remove the throttle cable from the bulkhead retaining clip.
    Fig 4: Removing Throttle Cable From Bulkhead Retaining Clip
    G03157865Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  8. Route the throttle cable through the water deflector bracket.
    Fig 5: Routing Throttle Cable Through Water Deflector Bracket
    G03157866Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  9. Ensure the drivers seat is fully rearward.
  10. Remove the A-Pillar lower trim pad.
  11. Disconnect the throttle cable from the pedal.
    • Remove the throttle cable split pin.
    • Remove the throttle cable retaining sleeve.
    • Disconnect the throttle cable.
    Fig 6: Disconnecting Throttle Cable From Pedal
    G03157867Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  12. From under the hood, remove the cable from the vehicle.