Sebring Coupe V6-3.0L VIN H (2005)
Accelerator Pedal: Testing and Inspection
Symptom Procedures
Inspection Procedure 1
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 1: Throttle Valve will not Fully Open or Close
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the accelerator cable adjustment.
Q: Is the accelerator cable properly adjusted?
YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Adjust the accelerator cable.Then go to Step 4.
STEP 2. Check the return spring.
Q: Is the return spring damaged or deformed?
YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Replace, then go to Step 4.
STEP 3. Check the throttle lever.
Q: Is the throttle lever damaged or deformed?
YES: Replace, then go to Step 4.
NO: There is no action to be taken.
STEP 4. Check symptom.
Q: Does the throttle valve fully open and close?
YES: The procedure is complete.
NO: Return to Step 1.
Inspection Procedure 2
INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: Accelerator Pedal Operation not Smooth (Over Acceleration)
DIAGNOSIS
STEP 1. Check the accelerator pedal.
Q: Is the accelerator pedal loose?
YES: Tighten, then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the accelerator cable wiring.
Q: Is the accelerator cable routing bent sharply?
YES: Repair, then go to Step 4.
NO: Go to Step 3.
STEP 3. Check the accelerator cable lubricant.
Q: Is the accelerator cable lubricated sufficiently?
YES: There is no action to be taken.
NO: Refill or replace the lubricant, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Check symptom.