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Inspection Procedure 2: Accelerator Pedal Operation not Smooth (Over Acceleration): Diagnosis

  1. STEP 1. Check if the accelerator pedal is installed correctly. 

    Q: Is the accelerator pedal installed correctly? 

    1. YES:  Go to Step 2.
    2. NO:  Remove and reinstall the accelerator pedal (Refer to ACCELERATOR PEDAL  ). Then go to  Step 3.
  2. STEP 2. Using scan tool (M.U.T.-III), read the MFI system diagnostic trouble code. 
    CAUTION: To prevent damage to scan tool (M.U.T.-III), always turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position before connecting or disconnecting scan tool (M.U.T.-III).
    1. Connect scan tool (M.U.T.-III) to the data link connector (Refer to MFI DIAGNOSIS - DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ).
    2. Turn the ignition switch to the "ON" position.
    3. Check for MFI system diagnostic trouble code (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION - HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ) < 2.4L Engine > or (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION - HOW TO READ AND ERASE DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES ) < 3.0L Engine >.
    4. Turn the ignition switch to the "LOCK" (OFF) position.

    Q: Is any DTC stored? 

    1. YES:  Repair MFI system (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ) < 2.4L Engine > or (Refer to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE CHART ) < 3.0L Engine >. Then go to Step 3.
    2. NO:  Go to Step 3.
  3. STEP 3. Retest the system. 

    Q: Does the accelerator pedal work normally? 

    1. YES:  The procedure is complete.
    2. NO:  Return to  Step 1.
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