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Removal Procedure

Note: 

   • The brake pedal drive motor, drive cable, and transmission for the electronic adjustable pedal (EAP) are not serviced separately, but as a unit. The new drive motor assembly will be preset in full forward position.
   • The EAP must be set to the full forward position whenever work is done on or around the pedal assembly.


    Object Number: 731644  Size: SH
  1. Remove the steering column. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 1218555  Size: SH

    Note: The accelerator pedal must be set in the full forward position before the brake pedal assembly can be replaced. If the accelerator pedal cannot be adjusted to the full forward position, because of a faulty drive cable or drive motor, perform the following service procedure:

  3. Adjust the accelerator pedal in the following manner:
  4. 2.1. Remove the drive cable from the old drive motor. Refer to Accelerator Pedal Assembly Replacement.
    2.2. Install the drive cable to the accelerator pedal.
    2.3. Attach a variable speed electric hand drill to the drive cable.
    2.4. Set the drill motor on the slowest speed. If the drill motor has a clutch setting, set it on the weakest or lowest setting allowing the drive cable to rotate.
    2.5. Rotating the drive cable in a clockwise rotation, move the accelerator pedal to the full forward position.

    Object Number: 1302248  Size: SH
  5. Remove the electrical connector from the drive motor.

  6. Object Number: 1265314  Size: SH
  7. Remove the drive cable retainer bracket at the right upper corner of the steering column support bracket.

  8. Object Number: 748017  Size: SH
  9. Remove the electrical connector for the brake light switch (1).
  10. Remove the retaining clip (3) from the brake pedal (4).
  11. Remove the brake light switch (1) from the brake pedal (4).
  12. Remove the brake light switch (1) from the pushrod (2).

  13. Object Number: 1335034  Size: SH
  14. Remove the brake pedal pivot bolt and nut.

  15. Object Number: 1218562  Size: SH
  16. Remove the brake pedal assembly from the steering column support bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1334730  Size: SH

    Note: When installing the brake pedal assembly, ensure that the bushing is in the proper position and the return spring is properly seated against the brake pedal.

  1. Install the brake pedal return spring.

  2. Object Number: 1218562  Size: SH
  3. Install the brake pedal assembly to the steering column support bracket.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1335034  Size: SH
  5. Install the pivot bolt and nut and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  6. Object Number: 748017  Size: SH
  7. Install the brake light switch (1) on the pushrod (2).
  8. Install the pushrod (2) on the brake pedal (4).
  9. Install the retaining clip (3) on the brake pedal (4).
  10. Install the electrical connector to the brake switch (1).

  11. Object Number: 1302248  Size: SH
  12. Install the electrical connector to the brake pedal drive motor.

  13. Object Number: 1265314  Size: SH
  14. Install the drive cable retainer to the upper right corner of the steering column support.

  15. Object Number: 1301966  Size: SH

    Note: The following procedure must be performed before the installation of the drive motor and cable assembly. Failure to do so could cause an IMPROPER STEP OVER HEIGHT.

  16. Adjust the accelerator pedal in the following manner:
  17. 10.1. Turning the motor transmission clockwise reduces the gap, and counterclockwise increases the gap.
    10.2. Position the drill bit 4.5 mm (0.187 in, 3/16 or the equivalent in number and or letter drill bits) a 1/4 of an inch from the bottom of the metal accelerator pivot arm.
    10.3. Rotating the drive cable by hand, adjust the accelerator motor transmission until the drill 4.5 mm (0.187 in, 3/16 or the equivalent in number and or letter drill) bit fits snugly between the plastic accelerator arm and the metal pivot arm.

    Object Number: 1218555  Size: SH
  18. Install the drive cable in the accelerator pedal.

  19. Object Number: 1301880  Size: SH
  20. Rotate and lock the driver cable collar.

  21. Object Number: 731644  Size: SH
  22. Install the steering column assembly. Refer to Steering Column Replacement.
  23. Verify the operation of the adjustable pedals.