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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000CAVALIER BASE, 4D SEDAN, 2.4 TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 232 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 2.2L (L61) INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSACCELERATOR CONTROLS CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 T

Installation Procedure

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Base, 4D Sedan, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Sunfire and 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Route the accelerator control cable (2) through the control cable bracket (1).
  2. Press the cable tabs (2) into the bracket (1).
    Fig 1: Control Cable Bracket View
    GM782246Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Ensure the tangs expand and properly seat.

  3. Install the control cable lug (3) to the throttle body cam.
  4. Connect the cable (2) to the support clip (1).
    Fig 2: Identifying Control Cable Clip
    GM782235Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the cruise control cable (2), if applicable.
    Fig 3: Identifying Cruise Control Cable
    GM782238Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the cable (1) to the pedal lever assembly. Ensure the tangs are fully expanded and seated.
    Fig 4: Identifying Accelerator Control Cable
    GM14159Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Slip the accelerator cable through the slot in the rod of the accelerator pedal and install the retainer in the rod. Ensure the retainer is seated.
  8. Ensure the cable is completely seated in the throttle cam past the retaining clips.
    IMPORTANT: Flexible components, i.e. hoses, wires, conduits, etc., must not be routed within 50 mm (2.0 in) of the moving parts of the accelerator linkage outboard support unless the routing is positively controlled.
  9. Inspect for the correct opening and closing positions by operating the accelerator pedal. Make sure that the throttle valve reaches wide-open throttle position. If not, inspect for damaged or a bent bracket or lever.
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