2004 Chevrolet Impala LSFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.8L.
  2. Remove the left instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  3. Remove the accelerator cable (5) from the accelerator pedal (1).
    4. Fig 1: Accelerator Pedal & Components
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  4. Attach a piece of mechanics wire to aid in the installation of the new cable.

  5. Squeeze the accelerator cable cover tangs and push the accelerator cable through the cowl.
    6. Fig 2: Pushing Accelerator Cable Through Cowl
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  6. Remove the accelerator cable from both retaining clips.
    7. Fig 3: Removing Accelerator Cable From Retaining Clips
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  7. Remove the accelerator cable from the throttle body lever.
    8. Fig 4: Removing Accelerator Cable From Throttle Body Lever
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  8. Remove the accelerator cable from the accelerator cable bracket.
    9. Fig 5: Removing Accelerator Cable From Accelerator Cable Bracket
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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.

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