INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Throttle Valve will not Fully Open or Close: Diagnosis
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Dodge Stratus and 2005 Chrysler Sebring. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- STEP 1. Check the accelerator cable adjustment.
Q: Is the accelerator cable properly adjusted?
YES : Go to Step 2.
NO: Adjust the accelerator cable. (Refer to INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: ACCELERATOR PEDAL OPERATION NOT SMOOTH (OVER ACCELERATION) .) Then go to Step 4.
- STEP 2. Check the return spring.
Q: Is the return spring damaged or deformed?
YES : Go to Step 3.
NO: Replace, then go to Step 4.
- STEP 3. Check the throttle lever.
Q: Is the throttle lever damaged or deformed?
YES : Replace, then go to Step 4.
NO: There is no action to be taken.
- STEP 4. Check symptom.
Q: Does the throttle valve fully open and close?
YES : The procedure is complete.
NO: Return to Step 1.