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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2006 Chrysler Sebring GTCFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Throttle Control Cable: Installation
- From the engine compartment, push the pedal end fitting through the dash panel, seat the grommet, then push the cable dash fitting into the grommet.
- Install the cable's throttle body end-fitting into the cable mounting bracket on the engine.
- On 4 cylinder engines install throttle cable routing clip to bracket on fuel rail, and other clip to the shock tower. See Figure.
- From inside the vehicle, hold up the pedal and install throttle cable and pedal retainer in the upper end of the pedal lever.
- At the dash panel, install the cable retainer clip between the end of the throttle cable dash fitting and grommet. See Figure.
- From the engine compartment, rotate the throttle lever wide open and install the throttle cable. See Figure or Figure.
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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.