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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2005CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER, LQ4REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 1 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM - 4.3L - INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSACCELERATOR CONTROLS PEDAL REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2005 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger, LQ4
Installation Procedure
2005 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger, LQ4SECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
IMPORTANT:
The accelerator cable is not to be kinked or damaged in any way during installation.
Ensure that the mounting surface between the accelerator pedal assembly and the dash panel is free of insulation. The carpet and padding in the pedal area must be positioned to lay flat and free of wrinkles and bunches. Wires, hoses, cables, and other flexible components should not be within 13 mm (0.52 in) of the cable or lever, at any point in their travel.
Ensure that the mounting surface between the accelerator pedal assembly and the dash panel is free of insulation. The carpet and padding in the pedal area must be positioned to lay flat and free of wrinkles and bunches. Wires, hoses, cables, and other flexible components should not be within 13 mm (0.52 in) of the cable or lever, at any point in their travel.
- Place the accelerator pedal assembly (4) on the mounting surface.
- Install the mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the pedal assembly to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Lift upward on the accelerator pedal (3).
- Insert the cable (2) through the pedal lever slot.
- Press the retainer (1) into the lever hole until fully seated.
- Check the pedal (3) for free movement by pressing down on the pedal.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
The pedal must operate freely without binding through the full range of pedal movement.
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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.