35 41 000 Removing and installing or replacing foot pedal

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WARNING: Always replace dismantled foot pedal with new part.

Retaining clips on old part may be damaged. Foot pedal can then slide out of steel plate.

Press down carpet.

Press locking tab (1) forwards.

Installation

Fold locking tab (1) upwards until it engages.

Fig 1: Pressing Locking Tab Forwards

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Bend retaining clips forwards and lever out foot pedal upwards.

Fig 2: Bending Retaining Clips Forwards And Lever Out Foot Pedal Upwards

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Insert foot pedal in floor with pocket on steel plate.

To be absolutely sure, check that retaining clips have snapped into place.

Fig 3: Inserting Foot Pedal In Floor With Pocket On Steel Plate

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Twist foot pedal (1) until linkage lug (2) on accelerator pedal engages in recess (3).

Remove foot pedal from accelerator pedal.

Apply light coat of grease to anti-friction surface of accelerator pedal.

Fig 4: Twisting Foot Pedal Until Linkage Lug On Accelerator Pedal Engages In Recess

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