INSPECTION PROCEDURE 2: Accelerator Pedal Operation Is Not Smooth (Over Acceleration): Diagnosis

STEP 1. Check the accelerator pedal.
Q: Is the accelerator pedal loose?
1. YES: Tighten the fasteners, then go to Step 4 .
2. NO: Go to Step 2.
STEP 2. Check the accelerator cable wiring .
Q: Is the accelerator cable routing bent sharply?
1. YES: Correct the cable routing, then go to Step 4 .
2. NO: Go to Step 3.
Fig 1: Locating Adjusting Nut & Lock Nut
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STEP 3. Check the accelerator cable lubricant .
Q: Is the accelerator cable lubricated sufficiently?
1. YES: There is no action to be taken.
2. NO: Refill or replace the lubricant, then go to Step 4.
STEP 4. Retest the system .
Q: Does the accelerator pedal work normally?
1. YES: The procedure is complete.
2. NO: Return to Step 1 .