Loose Gas Pedal Throttle Cable

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Loose gas pedal throttle cable. Conversely a cable that s too tight will not allow the car to drop to proper idle causing excessive fuel consumption. The tightness of the accelerator or throttle cable on any vehicle is important. As the throttle is what controls the power of the vehicle any problems with the cable can quickly. Only 2 left in stock order soon.

Fortunately the throttle cable is one of the simplest adjustments under the hood of your miata. Throttle cable loose low gas pedal. Start by locating the cable under the hood. You can adjust the cable yourself in your driveway or garage with a simple tool.

4 3 out of 5 stars 5. I noticed today that my gas pedal has an inch or more of play upwards and not much distance to the floor. Jump to latest follow 1 6 of 6 posts. Discussion starter 1 sep 21 2011.

An accelerator cable sometimes called throttle cable is a metal braided cable that serves as a mechanical link between the gas pedal and the engine s throttle plate. When the gas pedal is pressed the cable is pulled and opens the throttle. Oem gas pedal accelerator throttle cable 68 72 chevelle monte carlo nova 3973862. Today s modern cars trucks and suvs are all equipped with an electronic throttle.

Just because the cable is lose doesn t mean it s stretched don t just tighten it. If the cable is tightened too much the car will not idle properly and consume fuel quickly. An loose throttle cable will cause slow response when you mash on the gas pedal. Joined jan 1 1970 0 posts.

1 9 out of 5 stars 2. The throttle control cable is comprised of an external housing and an internal wire that slides through it.