Calais L4-151 2.5L VIN U TBI (1989)
Accelerator Controls - Engine Compartment
ACCELERATOR PEDAL:
When performing service on the accelerator pedal, observe the following:
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The braided portion of the accelerator cable assembly must not come in contact with the front of the dash sealer during assembly, repair, or
replacement of the assembly.
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The mounting surface between the support and dash panel must be free of insulation. The carpet and padding in the pedal and tunnel area must be
positioned to lay flat and be free on wrinkles and bunches.
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Slip the accelerator control cable through the slot in the rod and then install the retainer in the rod, makeing sure it is seated. Use care when
pressing the retainer into the hole in the rod to ensure that the cable is not kinked or damaged in any way.
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After securing all components of the accelerator linkage, the linkage must operate freely without binding between full closed throttle and full wide
open throttle.
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Wires, hoses, cables or other obstructions must not be placed within 13 mm (1/2 inch) of the cable or the rod at any point in their travel.
ACCELERATOR CONTROL CABLE:
When performing service on the accelerator control cable, observe the following:
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The retainer must be installed with the tangs secured overhead of the stud.
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The conduit fitting at both ends of the cable must have the locking tangs expanded and locked in the attaching holes.
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The flexible components (hoses, wires, conduits, etc.) must be routed within 50 mm (2 inches) of the moving parts of the accelerator linkage
outboard of the support unless the routing is positively controlled.
