Accelerator Pedal: Description and Operation

Accelerator Pedal Assembly:

The accelerator pedal and shaft is mounted on an accelerator shaft retainer that is secured to the front floor pan with two bolts. A pivot pin extending through the accelerator shaft retainer provides the pedal pivot point. When the accelerator pedal and shaft is pressed, its rotation on the pivot pin pulls the accelerator cable and opens the throttle plate, increasing engine speed. When released, an accelerator shaft spring returns the accelerator pedal and shaft and throttle plate to the idle position.