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-255394-S18098974202007053100000) .
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. CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new throttle body. REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 2.0L AND 2.3L . 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. CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new throttle body. REFER to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 2.0L AND 2.3L . 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. CHECK the accelerator cable for correct installation. INSTALL a new accelerator pedal. REFER to ACCELERATOR PEDAL . |
SYMPTOM CHART
