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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 GENERAL INFORMATION 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 battery ground cable. (IMPORTANT, see BATTERY GROUND CABLE for further information).
  4. Remove engine compartment rear 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
      G03176157Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  8. Remove throttle pedal assembly.
    • Remove and discard retaining wire.
    • Remove pivot pins.
    • Remove throttle pedal assembly.
    • Remove return spring.
      Fig 2: Removing Throttle Pedal Assembly
      G03176158Courtesy of JAGUAR CARS, INC.
  9. Clean components and mating surfaces.