Safety Warning
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.
Throttle Cable Removal/Installation
- Remove the throttle cable cover (see THROTTLE CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- Fully open the throttle valve, then remove the throttle cable (A) from the throttle link (B).
- Remove the cable housing (C) from the cable bracket (D).
- Remove the throttle cable (A) from the accelerator cable (B).
- Install the cable in the reverse order of removal.
- Hold the cable, removing all slack from it.
- Set the cable on the bracket (A).
Turn the adjusting nut (B) until its free play is 0 mm.
- Position the adjusting nut on the other side of the bracket (A), then tighten the locknut (C).
- Check the throttle cable free play (see THROTTLE CABLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONΒ ).
- With the cable properly adjusted, check the throttle link to be sure it opens fully when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor. Also check the throttle link to be sure it returns whenever you release the accelerator pedal.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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