Accelerator mechanism, servicing

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Fig 1: Exploded View - Accelerator Mechanism

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1 - Mounting bracket

2 - Connector

Black, 6-pin

3 - 10 Nm

4 - Throttle Position (TP) sensor -G79-

Cannot be adjusted
TP sensor passes position of pedal on to engine control module
Remove footwell cover to remove sensor

5 - Bracket

For footwell cover
Clipped firmly onto throttle position sensor.