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Brake Pedal and Bracket: Removal

CAUTION: Replacement of nuts and bolts: Various thread-locking devices are used on nuts and bolts throughout the vehicle. These devices restrict the number of times a nut or bolt can be used. See THREAD LOCKING DEVICES for information.
CAUTION: Remove brake fluid spillage immediately from paint work, with clean water.
  1. Position vehicle on a four-post lift.
  2. Open hood and fit suitable paintwork protection equipment.
  3. Disconnect the battery ground lead. Refer to BATTERY GROUND CABLE .
  4. Remove engine compartment rear cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER .
  5. Remove pedal housing, brake booster and master cylinder assembly. Refer to BRAKE PEDAL AND BRACKET, BRAKE BOOSTER AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER  .
  6. Remove brake booster and master cylinder assembly. Refer to BRAKE BOOSTER AND BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER .
  7. Remove brake warning-light switch.
    • Remove nut and bolt.
    • Slide switch forward to release from locating tag.
    Fig 1: Removing Brake Warning-Light Switch
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  8. Remove throttle pedal assembly.
    • Remove and discard retaining wire. (1)
    • Remove pivot pins. (2)
    • Remove throttle pedal assembly. (3)
    • Remove return spring. (4)
    Fig 2: Removing Throttle Pedal Assembly
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  9. Clean components and mating surfaces.