- Length
- 3224 mm
- Weight
- 0,373 kg
- Internal Thread Size
- M18 x 1,5
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The accelerator cable — also called the throttle cable or gas cable — mechanically links the accelerator pedal to the throttle body on older vehicles without electronic drive-by-wire systems. As the pedal is pressed, the cable pulls the throttle lever, opening the butterfly valve to admit air and increase engine power. A stretched, frayed, or seized cable causes sluggish throttle response, sticking, or in rare cases a stuck-open throttle — a serious safety hazard. CarParts247 stocks accelerator cables for a wide range of vehicles that still use mechanical throttle linkage, including many classic, older, and budget-segment models.
Cable deterioration is usually gradual. The first signs are hesitation and increased pedal effort; in later stages the throttle may stick open or refuse to return to idle.
Check the cable along its full length, from the pedal end in the cabin to the throttle body under the bonnet. Pay particular attention to any bends, grommets, or areas where the outer sheath passes through the bulkhead — these are the highest-wear points.
Accelerator cable replacement requires routing the new cable through the bulkhead, along the original path, and adjusting the cable end at the throttle body so that there is a small amount of slack at rest (typically 1–2 mm) but the throttle opens fully at wide-open pedal. Correct adjustment is critical — too tight holds the throttle partially open; too slack delays throttle response.
A mildly stiff cable is driveable but unpleasant and risks progressive deterioration to a stuck-open throttle. Any throttle cable that hangs up, does not return fully to idle, or requires unusual pedal effort should be replaced promptly.
Most throttle cables have an adjuster nut at the throttle body end. Turn it to shorten or lengthen the effective cable travel. With the engine at idle, the throttle lever should have 1–2 mm of free play. With the pedal depressed fully, the throttle lever should reach its wide-open stop.
If the cable is frayed, kinked, or corroded inside the sheath, yes. However, also check the throttle body for carbon build-up on the butterfly valve spindle and verify the return spring is in good condition — a weak spring causes slow return regardless of cable condition.
Not necessarily. On some vehicles the throttle cable and cruise control cable are separate items running to the same throttle lever. Both must be checked if throttle issues occur. Consult the vehicle wiring and routing diagram for your specific model.
There is no fixed service interval for accelerator cables. However, inspect the cable annually on vehicles with mechanical throttle linkage. Replace it if you notice any fraying, kinking, stiffness, or if the outer sheath shows cracking — typically at 100,000–150,000 miles on well-maintained vehicles.
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