Accelerator Cable Removal / Installation - 2.3L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the bolts and the accelerator control splash shield.

Fig 1: Accelerator Control Splash Shield Bolts With Torque Specifications
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Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle lever.

Fig 2: Locating Accelerator Cable
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Depress the tabs and remove the accelerator cable from the intake manifold.

Fig 3: Locating Tabs
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Disconnect the accelerator cable from the accelerator pedal and shaft.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Accelerator Cable From Accelerator Pedal And Shaft
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Depress the tabs and remove the accelerator cable.

Fig 5: Locating Tabs
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.