Repair Procedures: Adjustment

Turn on the ignition key, but don't start the engine.
Remove the fixing clip (A) after holding for 15 seconds under IG ON condition.
Adjust the position of the accelerator cable grommet (B) to secure free stroke.
1. Pull the grommet (B) by taking the cable cap (C) in the direction of an arrow (1) until the cable wire tightens.
2. Push the grommet (B) by taking the cable cap (C) in the direction of an arrow (2) as below free stroke specification.
Install the fixing clip (A).

Fig 1: Adjusting Position Of Accelerator Cable Grommet
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Abnormal wire tension: No free stroke

Fig 2: Checking Wire Tension (Abnormal)
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Normal wire tension: Free stroke

Fig 3: Checking Wire Tension (Normal)
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Check the normal operation of the accelerator pedal.