Accelerator Cable Bracket Removal/Installation - 3.0L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda B3000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the air cleaner outlet tube.

Fig 1: Removing Air Cleaner Outlet Tube
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Remove the screws and the accelerator control splash shield.

Fig 2: Removing Accelerator Control Splash Shield
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Disconnect the speed control cable, of equipped, from the throttle lever and the bracket.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Speed Control Cable
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Remove the return spring. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle lever and the bracket.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable From Throttle Lever And Bracket
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Remove the bolts, the nut and the bracket.

Fig 5: Removing Bracket - With Torque Specifications
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.