Honda Accord ESM 2003 · Service Manual Service Manual 2003

Throttle Cable Adjustment

Throttle Cable Adjustment

1.K24A3 engine:
Remove the throttle cable cover(A).

SEA3E00A20336359411MBAD01A*: The illustration shows LHD model.

2.Check cable free play at the throttle linkage. Cable free pley (A) should be 10-12 mm (3/8-1/2 in.)

K24A3 engine:

SEA3E00A20336359411MBAD02CAB*: The illustration shows LHD model.

K20A6 engine:

SDA3AE4A20336359411MBAD01CBA

3.If the free play is not within spec (10-12 mm, 3/8-1/2 in.), loosen the locknut (B), turn the adjusting nut (C) until the deflection is as specified, then retighten the locknut.

4.With the cable properly adjusted, check the throttle valve to be sure it opens fully when you push the accelerator pedal to the floor. Also check the throttle valve to be sure it returns to the idle position whenever you release the accelerator pedal.