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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE:

    Accurate measurement and adjustment during following steps is critical to ensure the proper step-over distance between the brake and accelerator pedals.

    Fig 1: Accelerator Actuator & Actuator Mounting Screws
    GM1713410Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the accelerator actuator (2) to the accelerator pedal bracket.
  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the accelerator actuator screws (1) and tighten to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).
  4. Fig 2: Accelerator Actuator Lower Pivot Pin, Push Nut And Washer
    GM1713412Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the accelerator actuator lower pivot pin (3).
  6. Install the accelerator actuator lower pivot pin washer (2) and push nut (1).

    In order to allow proper actuation of the adjustable bracket, the push nut must allow some free play of the pivot pin. The distance between the bracket side wall and the push nut should be 1.7 mm (0.07 in).

  7. Fig 3: Accelerator Actuator And Drive Cable
    GM1711999Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the drive cable (1) into the accelerator actuator (2) until secured by the secondary locking tabs.
  9. Fig 4: Accelerator Pedal Actuator Cable Housing
    GM1712026Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install and twist the cable housing to secure to the accelerator pedal assembly.
  11. Fig 5: Accelerator Pedal Bracket Nuts
    GM1711979Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Install the accelerator pedal bracket mounting nuts and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  13. Adjust the accelerator pedal mounting bracket using the following procedure:
    1. Remove the screws from the cable housing at the top of the adjustable pedal motor.
    2. Twist the cable housing to unlock the cable from the motor.
    3. Remove the cable from the adjustable pedal motor.
    4. Attach a drill motor or equivalent to the adjustable pedal cable.
    5. Spin the cable until there is a distance of 6.14 mm (0.24 in) between the arrows on the inboard side of the adjustable pedal bracket.
  14. Install the accelerator pedal position sensor assembly. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor Replacement .
  15. Calibrate the adjustable pedal system. Refer to Adjustable Pedal System Calibration .
  16. Verify operation of the adjustable pedals.