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Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview|Page 4638 > < Throttle Cable/Linkage|Description and Operation
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Throttle Cable/Linkage: Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview

1. Verify the customer concern by operating the system.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical damage.

VISUAL INSPECTION CHART

Mechanical
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Linkage

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Return spring

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Accelerator cable

3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause(if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the concern is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart.  See: Accelerator Pedal/Testing and

Inspection/Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures

Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview|Page 4638 > < Throttle Cable/Linkage|Description and Operation