Removal Procedure

2005 Buick LeSabre Limited, 4T65E/M15SECTION Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the left closeout/insulator panel. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Accelerator Control Cable At Accelerator Pedal Lever
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  3. Remove the accelerator control cable (1) from the accelerator pedal (2) lever.
  4. Fig 2: Removing/Installing Accelerator Control Cable Through Bulkhead
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  5. Squeeze the accelerator cable cover tangs and push the accelerator cable (1) through the bulkhead.
  6. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Accelerator Control Cable At Right Slot Top Of Washer Bottle
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  7. Remove the accelerator control cable (1) from the retaining clip (2).
  8. Remove the accelerator control cable (1) from the right slot on top of washer bottle (3).
  9. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Accelerator Control Cable At Accelerator Control Bracket & Throttle Body Lever
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  10. Remove the accelerator cable (2) from the throttle body lever (3).
  11. Fig 5: Removing/Installing Accelerator Control Cable At accelerator cable bracket
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  12. Remove the accelerator cable (1) from the accelerator control cable bracket (2).
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.