Removal Procedure

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Ensure the brake pedal assembly is adjusted to the lowest position farthest from the drivers seat prior to removal of the accelerator assembly. Failure to do so could result in incorrect step-over height between the brake and accelerator pedals and improper function of the adjustable pedal system.

Remove the accelerator pedal position sensor assembly. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .

Fig 1: Accelerator Pedal Bracket Nuts

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Remove the accelerator pedal bracket nuts.

Fig 2: Accelerator Pedal Actuator Cable Housing

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Remove the adjustable pedal drive cable from the accelerator pedal actuator using the following procedure:
1. Twist the cable housing counterclockwise.
2. Compress the secondary locking tabs located below the twist and lock tabs with a pointed tool and remove the cable from the pedal actuator.

Fig 3: Accelerator Actuator Lower Pivot Pin, Push Nut And Washer

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Remove the accelerator actuator lower pivot pin push nut (1) and washer (2).
Remove the accelerator actuator lower pivot pin (3).

Fig 4: Accelerator Actuator & Actuator Mounting Screws

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Remove the accelerator actuator mounting screws (1).
Remove the accelerator actuator (2).