Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)

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Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)

 

Acceleration Control (Description and Operation)

The throttle is controlled by the accelerator cable which is connected to the accelerator pedal and shaft.

  • The accelerator pedal and shaft should travel smoothly from the idle to the wide-open throttle (WOT) positions. Hesitation on return or prevention of return to the idle position must not occur.
  • Surrounding components such as wiring, hoses, sound insulator and floor covering must not contact the sliding inner member of the accelerator cable or the accelerator pedal and shaft.
  • The sliding inner member of the accelerator cable should not be lubricated and is not serviceable.
    Acceleration Control (Diagnosis and Testing)
    Inspection and Verification 1. Verify the customer's concern by operating the acceleration control system to duplicate the condition. 2. Inspect to determine if any of the following mechanical conce ...

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    Symptom Chart
    Condition Possible Sources Action Tires show excess wear on edge of tread Underinflated tires. Vehicle overloaded. High-speed cornering. Incorrect ride height. Incorrect wheel alignment. Incorrect tire ...

    Removal
    All vehicles 1. Remove the air intake scoop bracket. For additional information, refer to Section. 2. Remove the RH valve cover. For additional information, refer to Valve Cover RH in this section. 3. Remove the Hydro-Boost brake booster. For additional in ...

    Latch - Front Seat Backrest
    Removal NOTE: The power seat backrest adjuster assembly must be installed as a new unit. Repair of the power seat backrest adjuster assembly components is not acceptable and should not be attempted. 1. Remove the two screws and the seat backrest latch ...