Accelerator Pedal and Bracket: Removal

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

    All vehicles 

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY CABLES .
  2. Disconnect the accelerator pedal sensor electrical connector.
  3. NOTE: This electrical connector is present on all vehicles including fixed pedal and bracket assemblies. The electrical connector on the fixed pedal assemblies are non-working and plugged into an empty receptacle connector.
  4. Disconnect the accelerator pedal motor electrical connector.
  5. Vehicles with adjustable accelerator pedal and bracket 

  6. Disconnect the accelerator pedal motor drive cable connector.
  7. All vehicles 

  8. Remove the 3 accelerator pedal and bracket retainer nuts.
  9. Remove the accelerator pedal and bracket assembly.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.