Replacing the throttle cable: General
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- The throttle cable must never be bent at any point
- The mechanical cable must be completely in line with the cable sleeve when the throttle is completely closed
- Adjust the cable and sleeve if they are not correctly aligned by bending the cable sleeve mounting
- When the accelerator pedal (AP) is depressed and released the cable must run straight in and out of the cable sleeve
- If necessary, this can be adjusted by bending the accelerator pedal (AP) arm on the mechanical cable side.
When installing a new accelerator pedal (AP) the accelerator pedal (AP) pivot bearing must be lubricated with grease.