Inspection and Verification
- Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage. VISUAL INSPECTION CHART Mechanical Linkage Return spring Accelerator cable Accelerator pedal
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom. Go to «Symptom Chart»(ref-278258-S14144849982008012400000) .
Symptom Chart
| Condition | Possible Sources | Action |
| Accelerator pedal is hard to depress or has a rough/raspy or sticky feel | Damaged accelerator cable Accelerator cable incorrectly installed Worn or damaged throttle body Damaged accelerator pedal | INSTALL a new accelerator cable. REFER to Accelerator Cable . CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new throttle body. REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 2.0L AND 2.3L article. INSTALL a new accelerator pedal. REFER to Accelerator Pedal . |
| Accelerator pedal sticks/does not return freely | Damaged accelerator cable Accelerator cable incorrectly installed Weak or broken throttle return spring Worn or damaged throttle body Damaged accelerator pedal | INSTALL a new accelerator cable. REFER to Accelerator Cable . CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new throttle body. REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 2.0L AND 2.3L article. INSTALL a new accelerator pedal. REFER to Accelerator Pedal . |
| High engine idle speed | Damaged accelerator cable Accelerator cable incorrectly installed Damaged accelerator pedal | INSTALL a new accelerator cable. REFER to Accelerator Cable . CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new accelerator pedal. REFER to Accelerator Pedal . |
Scheme 1
Scheme 1: Accelerator Pedal
| Item | Part Number | Description |
| 1 | 9C799 | Accelerator cable assembly |
| 2 | W702751 | Accelerator assembly mounting nut (3 required) |
| 3 | 9P732 | Accelerator pedal assembly |