Removal and Installation

Position the instrument panel lower panel aside.
- Remove the screws.
- Release the fastener.
Fig 1: Locating Instrument Panel Lower Panel Bolts - With Torque Specification
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Disconnect the hood release cable and the data link connector (DLC) from the instrument panel lower panel and remove the lower panel.
- Loosen the hood release cable nut.
Fig 2: Loosening Hood Release Cable Nut
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Disconnect the electrical connectors and twist to remove the following switches:
1. Speed control deactivation switch (if equipped)
2. Stop lamp switch
3. Clutch position switch (if equipped)
Fig 3: Disconnecting Electrical Connectors
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Remove the brake booster actuating rod from the brake pedal.
1. Apply the brake pedal.
2. Disengage the tab.
3. Remove and discard the brake booster actuating rod pin.
Fig 4: Removing Brake Booster Actuating Rod From Brake Pedal
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Remove the brake pedal.
1. Remove the brake pedal shaft nut.
2. Disconnect the clutch pedal return spring (manual transaxle vehicles).
3. Slide the pedal shaft right and remove the brake pedal.
Fig 5: Removing Brake Pedal
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CAUTION: Install a new brake booster actuating rod pin.

NOTE: Make sure the brake pedal locates into the brake booster actuating rod clevis.