Grand Cherokee 4WD V8-4.7L (2003)
Accelerator Pedal: Service and Repair
Fig. 16 Accelerator Pedal Mounting
REMOVAL
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 accelerator pedal arm by a plastic retainer (clip) (Fig. 16). This retainer (clip) snaps
into the top of the accelerator pedal arm. A retainer clip (Fig. 16) is also used to fasten cable to dash panel.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage or kink the cable core wire (within the cable sheathing) while servicing accelerator pedal or throttle cable.
1. From inside vehicle, hold up accelerator pedal. Remove plastic cable retainer (clip) and throttle cable core wire from upper end of pedal arm.
Plastic cable retainer (clip) snaps into pedal arm.
2. Remove accelerator pedal bracket nuts. Remove accelerator pedal assembly.
INSTALLATION
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 accelerator pedal arm by a plastic retainer (clip) (Fig. 16). This retainer (clip) snaps
into the top of the accelerator pedal arm. A retainer clip (Fig. 16) is also used to fasten cable to dash panel.
1. Place accelerator pedal assembly over studs protruding from floor pan. Tighten mounting nuts to 12 Nm ± 2 Nm (105 in. lbs. ± 20 in. lbs.) torque.
2. Slide throttle cable into opening in top of pedal arm. Push plastic cable retainer (clip) into pedal arm opening until it snaps into place.
3. Before starting engine, operate accelerator pedal to check for any binding.
