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Removal Procedure

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  1. Turn OFF the ignition.
  2. Fig 1: Accelerator Cable & Components
    GM12287Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the left instrument panel sound insulator. Refer to Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left (Outboard) or Closeout/Insulator Panel Replacement - Left (Inboard) in Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console.
  4. Disconnect the accelerator cable (5) from the accelerator pedal (1).
  5. Squeeze the accelerator cable cover tangs and push the accelerator cable through the bulkhead.
  6. Fig 2: Identifying Accelerator Cable
    GM12735Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the accelerator cable shield, if equipped.
  8. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the retaining clip.
  9. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the throttle body lever.
  10. Disconnect the cruise control cable from the accelerator cable bracket.
  11. Disconnect the accelerator cable from the accelerator cable bracket.
  12. Fig 3: Identifying Accelerator Cables
    GM12734Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Remove the accelerator cable from the vehicle noting cable routing.