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.
Function Test
Disconnect actuator cable from accelerator. Start engine to supply vacuum to actuator diaphragm. Apply battery voltage and ground to specified terminals of actuator and observe actuator arm operation. See ACTUATOR FUNCTION TEST table. See Fig 1 . If actuator arm does not function as specified, replace actuator.
| Apply 12 Volts To Terminal | Ground Terminal(s) | (1) Actuator Arm Result | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | A, C & D | Pull | |||
| B | A & D | Hold | |||
| B | D | Extend | |||
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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.