Removal [10/2022 - ]: Procedure

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REMOVE FRONT DOOR SCUFF PLATE LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 9
REMOVE COWL SIDE TRIM SUB-ASSEMBLY LH
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 10
REMOVE NO. 1 INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY
Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17 [10/2022 - 11/2023] , or refer to PROCEDURE - Step 17 [11/2023 - ]

REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL SENSOR ASSEMBLY

NOTE:

Avoid physical shock to the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
Do not disassemble the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
The accelerator pedal sensor assembly does not require lubrication.
Do not apply oil or other lubricants to the accelerator pedal sensor assembly. If applied, the accelerator pedal sensor assembly must be replaced.

Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor assembly connector.

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Remove the 3 nuts and disconnect the rod of the accelerator pedal sensor assembly from the accelerator pedal to remove the accelerator pedal sensor assembly.
NOTE:
If the accelerator pedal sensor assembly has been struck or dropped, replace it.

REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL PAD

Disengage the 4 claws and remove the accelerator pedal pad from the accelerator pedal.

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REMOVE ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Remove the 2 bolts.

Push the accelerator pedal in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) shown in the illustration to disengage the claw.

*a	Vehicle Body
	Remove in this Direction (1)
	Remove in this Direction (2)

Pull the accelerator pedal in the direction indicated by the arrow (2) shown in the illustration to remove it.