2006 Ford Freestar BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Symptom Chart

  1. Inspect the accelerator pedal and shaft and attaching linkage for damage or distortion which would bind or limit accelerator travel.
  2. Inspect the accelerator cable for kinks or fraying which may cause binding.
  3. Inspect the engine idle speed adjustment to make sure of correct idle speed specification after any accelerator linkage adjustment or repair.
  4. Inspect throttle body for excessive wear or damage.
SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Excessive effort needed to depress accelerator pedal and shaft
  • Worn accelerator lever pivot bushing.
  • Accelerator cable binding.
  • INSTALL a new accelerator cable.
  • Worn or damaged throttle body.
  • Accelerator pedal and shaft feels rough or raspy
  • Frayed or binding accelerator cable.
  • INSTALL a new accelerator cable.
  • Worn or damaged throttle body.
  • Accelerator pedal and shaft bind or stick
  • Kinked accelerator cable.
  • INSTALL a new accelerator cable.
  • Foreign object caught in accelerator pedal linkage.
  • CHECK the accelerator pedal linkage.
  • Worn or damaged throttle body.
  • High engine idle speed
  • Kinked accelerator cable.
  • INSTALL a new accelerator cable.
  • Foreign object caught in accelerator pedal linkage.
  • CHECK the accelerator pedal linkage.
  • Incorrect engine idle speed.
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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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