Cherokee 4WD L6-4.0L VIN S (1998)
Accelerator Pedal: Service and Repair
Fig 26 Accelerator Pedal Mounting-Typical
The accelerator pedal is connected to the throttle body linkage by the throttle cable. The cable is protected by a plastic sheathing and is connected to
the throttle body linkage by a ball socket. It is connected to the upper part of the accelerator pedal arm by a plastic retainer (clip) (Fig. 26). This
retainer (clip) snaps into the top of the accelerator pedal arm. Retainer tabs (built into the cable sheathing) fasten the cable to the dash panel.
Dual throttle return springs (attached to the throttle shaft) are used to close the throttle.
CAUTION: Never attempt to remove or alter these springs.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or kink the cable core wire (within the cable sheathing) while servicing the accelerator pedal or throttle cable.
REMOVAL
1. From inside the vehicle, hold up accelerator pedal. Remove plastic cable retainer (clip) and throttle cable core wire from upper end of accelerator
pedal arm (Fig. 26). Plastic cable retainer (clip) snaps into pedal arm.
2. Remove accelerator pedal mounting bracket nuts. Remove accelerator pedal assembly
INSTALLATION
1. Place accelerator pedal assembly over studs protruding from floor pan. Tighten mounting nuts to 5 Nm (36 in. lbs.) torque.
2. Slide throttle cable into opening in top of pedal arm. Push plastic cable retainer (clip) into accelerator pedal arm opening until it snaps into place.
3. Before starting engine, operate accelerator pedal to check for any binding.
