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Pedal(S), Brake And/Or Accelerator: Installation

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NOTE:

The brake pedal keeper (2) cannot be reused. Always install a new keeper if the brake pedal push rod was separated from the keeper.

NOTE:

Always use

NEW 

Brake Pedal/Booster Mounting Nuts anytime the brake pedal assembly has been removed.

  1. Install a NEW  booster rod keeper (2) by pressing the keeper onto the backside of the brake pedal assembly (1).
  2. Press the keeper until the wings (2) snap onto the brake pedal assembly to ensure it is secured to the assembly.
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  3. Carefully install the brake pedal and bracket assembly (1) in the vehicle lining up the bracket with the power brake booster mounting studs and the studs on the dash panel.
  4. Install four NEW  nuts (3) attaching the brake pedal (1) (and power brake booster) to the dash panel. Do not tighten the nuts at this time. 
  5. Install two NEW  remaining nuts (2) attaching the brake pedal sled (1) to the dash panel. Tighten these nuts to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  6. Tighten the brake pedal/booster mounting nuts to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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    NOTE:

    The brake pedal booster rod keeper (2) cannot be reused. Always install a new keeper if the brake pedal push rod was separated from the keeper.

  7. Install the power brake booster push rod and retainer (2) into NEW booster rod keeper, ensuring that the clips (1) are engaged.
  8. Install and adjust the stop lamp switch in the brake pedal bracket. Refer to INSTALLATION .
    NOTE:

    If equipped with manual transmissions follow steps 9 - 16, for automatic transmissions proceed to step 17.

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  9. Connect the clutch start switch (1).
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  10. Install the supply hose to the brake master cylinder crimp the NEW  hose clamp with Crimping Pliers (special tool #10288, Pliers, Hose Clamp).
  11. Raise and support the vehicle.
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  12. Connect the supply pipe (1) to the master cylinder.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Install the battery tray. Refer to TRAY, BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
  15. Install the battery. Refer to BATTERY, INSTALLATION .
  16. Bleed the clutch hydraulic circuit. Refer to STANDARD PROCEDURE .
  17. Install and adjust the stop lamp switch in the brake pedal bracket. Refer to INSTALLATION .
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  18. Install the support bracket (2).
  19. Install support bracket mounting bolts (1) and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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    NOTE:

    A new pinch bolt (3) must be installed every time the pinch bolt is removed.

  20. Verify the front wheels of vehicle are in the STRAIGHT-AHEAD position.
  21. Install the intermediate shaft (1) into the vehicle. Slide the intermediate shaft onto the steering gear pinion shaft (3).
  22. Install a NEW  pinch bolt (2) and tighten to the proper torque specifications. Refer to TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  23. Install the knee blocker airbag. Refer to AIR BAG, KNEE BLOCKER, INSTALLATION .
  24. If equipped, install the silencer pad below the instrument panel.
  25. Connect the battery negative cable to its post on the battery.
  26. Check the stop lamps to verify they are operating properly and not staying on when the pedal is in the released position.
  27. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the brakes.