K 2500 Suburban 4WD V8-5.7L VIN R (1999)
Accelerator Pedal: Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Lift upward on the accelerator pedal (3) to relieve tension on the cable (2).
2. Remove the retainer (1) from the pedal lever (4) hole.
3. Remove cable from the slot in the pedal lever.
4. Remove the accelerator pedal mounting fasteners.
5. Remove the accelerator pedal assembly.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The accelerator cable is not to be kinked or damaged in any way during installation.
1. Ensure that the mounting surface between the accelerator pedal assembly and the dash panel is free of insulation. The carpet and padding in the
pedal and tunnel area must be positioned to lay flat and be free of wrinkles and bunches. Wire, hoses, cables, and other flexible components should
not be within 13 mm (0.52 in) of the cable or lever, at any point in their travel.
2. Place the accelerator pedal assembly on the mounting surface.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
3. Install the three mounting bolts starting from the upper left in a counter-clockwise direction.
Tighten
Tighten the pedal assembly to 3.3-6.7 N.m (29-50 lb in).
4. Lift upward on the accelerator pedal (3).
5. Insert the cable (2) through the pedal lever (4) slot.
6. Press the retainer (1) into the lever hole until fully seated.
IMPORTANT: The pedal must operate freely without binding through the full range of pedal movement.
7. Check the pedal for free movement by pressing down on the pedal.
