2004 Chrysler PT Cruiser Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Throttle Control Cable: Removal

  1. Working from the engine compartment, hold the throttle body throttle lever in the wide open position.
  2. Remove the throttle cable from the throttle body cam.
  3. From inside the vehicle, hold up the pedal and remove the cable retainer and throttle cable from the upper end of the pedal shaft.
  4. Remove retainer clip from throttle cable and grommet at dash panel.
  5. From the engine compartment, pull the throttle cable and grommet out of the dash panel.
  6. Remove the throttle cable from throttle bracket by carefully compressing both retaining ears simultaneously then gently pull the throttle cable from throttle bracket or if it is the slide snap design you have to slide the locking tab out of the hole and then slide the cable assembly out of the bracket.
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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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