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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA20043.5RLREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 49 (3.2L V6 ENGINE)ADJUSTMENTSTHROTTLE CABLE
2004 Acura 3.5RL
Throttle Cable
2004 Acura 3.5RLSECTION Throttle Cable
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Acura 3.2CL, 2002 Acura 3.2CL, and 2001 Acura 3.2CL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3000 rpm with no load (transmission in Park or Neutral) until the radiator fan comes on, then let it idle.
- Hold the throttle link (A) to the throttle lever (B). There should be no clearance. See Fig 1.
- Check cable free play at the throttle linkage. Cable deflection (A) should be 3/8-1/2" (10-12 mm). See Fig 2.
- If deflection is not within specs 3/8-1/2" (10-12 mm), loosen the locknut (B). Turn the adjusting nut (C) until the deflection is as specified, then retighten the locknut.
- With the cable properly adjusted, check the throttle valve to be sure it opens fully when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor. Also check the throttle valve to be sure it returns to the idle position whenever you release the accelerator pedal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.