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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 4.6L 🢒 Accelerator Control Cable Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 306953 Size: MH

    Important: Note the cable routing for installation.

  1. Remove the cruise control cable retainer (1) at the left strut tower.
  2. Remove the cruise control cable (2) from the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).

    3. Object Number: 175378 Size: SH
  3. Remove the accelerator cable (3) from the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).

    4. Object Number: 154854 Size: SH
  4. Remove the transaxle vent hose (2) clip from the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).

    5. Object Number: 189069 Size: SH
  5. Remove the transaxle shift cable clip from the accelerator controls cable bracket.

    6. Object Number: 573471 Size: SH
  6. Remove the bolts (2) from the accelerator controls cable bracket (3).
  7. Remove the accelerator controls cable bracket (3) from the throttle body (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 573471 Size: SH
  1. Install the accelerator controls cable bracket to the throttle body (1).

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the bolts (2) to the accelerator controls cable bracket (3).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 189069 Size: SH
  3. Install the transaxle shift cable clip to the accelerator controls cable bracket.

    4. Object Number: 154854 Size: SH
  4. Install the transaxle vent hose (2) clip to the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).

    5. Object Number: 104766 Size: SH
  5. Install the accelerator cable (3) to the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).

    6. Important: Make sure that cables are not rubbing or binding in any manner. The throttle should operate freely without bind between full closed and wide open throttle.

  6. Install the cruise control cable (2) to the accelerator controls cable bracket (1).