35 41 010 Removing and installing or replacing accelerator pedal

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Remove lower left trim from instrument panel. Disconnect accelerator cable.

Fig 1: Removing Lower Left Trim From Instrument Panel

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Remove retainer (1).

Disconnect spring (2).

Remove acclerator pedal.

Fig 2: Removing Retainer

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Twist accelerator pedal until linkage lug (2) locates in recess (3) of accelerator pedal (1).

Fig 3: Twisting Accelerator Pedal Until Linkage Lug Locates In Recess Of Accelerator Pedal

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Installation

Check bearing bushes (1) and replace if necessary.

Apply light coat of grease to bearing bushes.

Fig 4: Checking Bearing Bushes

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