Durango 2WD V8-5.9L VIN Z LDC (2000)
Accelerator Pedal: Service and Repair
These engines are equipped with a manual transmission have an additional pedal return spring on the throttle body linkage.
REMOVAL
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or kink the cable core wire (within the cable sheathing) while servicing accelerator pedal or cables.
Fig. 38 - Accelerator Pedal Removal/Installation
1. From inside the vehicle, hold up accelerator pedal. Remove plastic cable retainer and throttle cable core wire from upper end of pedal arm (Fig.
38). Plastic cable retainer snaps into pedal arm.
2. Remove two accelerator pedal/bracket nuts (Fig. 38) and remove pedal/bracket assembly from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
1. Position pedal/bracket assembly over the two dash panel mounting studs and install retaining nuts.
2. Tighten nuts to 7 Nm (65 in. lbs.) torque.