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Accelerator - Remove and Replace: Remove

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  1. Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See SEAT CUSHION - LOWER - 2ND ROW (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  2. Remove the rear underhood apron. See UNDERHOOD APRON - REAR (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  3. Disconnect 12V/LV power.. See 12V/LV POWER (DISCONNECT AND CONNECT) .
  4. Remove the driver knee airbag. See AIRBAG - KNEE - DRIVER (REMOVE AND INSTALL) .
  5. Remove the LH footwell duct. See DUCT - FOOTWELL - LH (LHD) (REMOVE AND REPLACE) .
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the accelerator.
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    CAUTION: If the connector locking tab is red, pull the red locking tab away from the pedal housing.
  7. Remove the bolt that attaches the accelerator to the body.
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  8. Slide the accelerator downwards, and then remove the accelerator from the vehicle.