Mustang V8-4.6L DOHC VIN R (2003)
Throttle Cable/Linkage: Description and Operation
Component Locations
The throttle is controlled by the accelerator cable which is connected to the accelerator pedal and shaft.
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The accelerator pedal and shaft should travel smoothly from the idle to the Wide-open Throttle (WOT) positions. Hesitation on return or
prevention of return to the idle position must not occur.
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Surrounding components such as wiring, hoses, sound insulator and floor covering must not contact the sliding inner member of the accelerator
cable or the accelerator pedal and shaft.
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The sliding inner member accelerator cable should not be lubricated and is not serviceable.