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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Accelerator Pedal Assembly Removed
    GM1302012Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Position the accelerator pedal on the mounting studs.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the mounting nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting nuts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

  4. Fig 2: Accelerator Pedal Mounting Bolt
    GM1334507Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the mounting bolt behind the accelerator pedal.

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting nuts to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

  6. Fig 3: Accelerator Pedal
    GM1301966Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The following procedure must be performed before if the accelerator pedal or brake pedal drive motor and cable assembly are being replaced. Failure to do so could cause an IMPROPER STEP OVER HEIGHT.
  7. Adjust the accelerator pedal in the following sequence:
    1. Turning the motor transmission clockwise reduces the gap, and counterclockwise increases the gap.
    2. Position the drill bit 4.5 N.m (0.187 in-3/16 or the equivalent in number and or letter drill bits) a 1/4 of an inch from the bottom of the metal accelerator pivot arm.
    3. Rotating the drive cable by hand, adjust the accelerator motor transmission until the drill 4.5 N.m (0.187 in-3/16 or the equivalent in number and or letter drill) bit fits snugly between the plastic accelerator arm and the metal pivot arm.
  8. Fig 4: Locating Drive Cable
    GM1218555Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the drive cable.
  10. Fig 5: Drive Cable Lock Collar
    GM1218552Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Ensure that the locking tabs are fully seated before installing the lock for the drive cable.
  11. Install the drive cable lock collar.
  12. Fig 6: Rotate Lock Driver Cable Collar
    GM1301880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Rotate the drive cable lock collar to the lock position.
  14. Fig 7: Accelerator Pedal Electrical Connector
    GM1218569Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the electrical connection for the accelerator.
  16. Fig 8: Locating Knee Bolster Trim Panel
    GM712827Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  18. Verify the operation of the adjustable pedals.