M45x AWD V8-4.5L (VK45DE) (2008)
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor: Service and Repair
ACCELERATOR CONTROL SYSTEM
Component
ACC-3 Component
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect accelerator pedal position sensor harness connector.
2. Remove front kicking plate and dash side finisher.
3. Remove the cap and the inside mounting nut, and then disassemble the accelerator pedal pad from the floor carpet.
4. Press the pin (1) with long-nose pliers and pull them out in the direction shown by the arrow (<---). Then remove the accelerator pedal pad (2).
CAUTION: Never disengage the part (the link) other than pins.