Inspection and Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Care should be exercised when carrying out repair on or around the accelerator pedal linkage and controls.
- Inspect the accelerator pedal and shaft and attaching linkage for damage or distortion which would bind or limit accelerator travel.
- Inspect the accelerator cable for kinks or fraying which may cause binding.
- Inspect the engine idle speed adjustment to make sure of the correct idle speed specification after any accelerator linkage adjustment or repair.
- Inspect throttle body for excessive wear or damage.