Durango 2WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2009)
Brake Pedal Assy: Service and Repair
Brake and/or Accelerator Pedals - Removal
WITHOUT 5.7L HEV
WARNING: Before servicing the steering column the air bag system must be disarmed. Refer to electrical restraint system for service
procedures. Failure to do so may result in accidental deployment of the airbag and possible personal injury.
NOTE: The adjustable pedal assembly (non HEV) can be serviced in five sub-components, the brake pedal assembly, motor, accelerator
pedal, drive cable between the motor and brake pedal, bracket housing.
NOTE: When replacing the components both pedal assemblies must be in the fully down position toward the floor for proper adjustment,
Pedals can be moved manually by rotating the cable on the component not being replaced. New components come in the correct
position until activated.
1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable to disable the airbag system. Wait two minutes for the system capacitor to discharge before
further service.
2. Remove the steering column opening coverSee: Body and Frame/Interior Moulding / Trim/Dashboard / Instrument Panel/Service and
Repair/Steering Column Opening Cover - Removal.
3. Remove the steering column opening cover reinforcement.
4. Remove the upper and lower shrouds.
5. Remove the upper coupling pinch bolt and separate the upper coupling (2) from the steering column (1)See: Steering and
Suspension/Steering/Steering Column/Service and Repair/Steering Column Coupling - Removal.
6. Remove the column mounting nuts (1) and lower the column (2) downwards.
7. Remove the steering column See: Steering and Suspension/Steering/Steering Column/Service and Repair/Steering Column - Removal.
8. Remove the brake lamp switch and discard it.Do not reuse the stop lamp switch.See: Lighting and Horns/Brake Light Switch/Service and
Repair/Stop Lamp Switch - Removal.