How to remove and install the Accelerator Cable on Mazda Protege?

Removing throttle cable. This requires removing the throttle cable which is attached to a negative terminal of the battery first. The next step is to loosen the lock nut on the threaded part of the throttle cable at the plenum, and also on the accelerator cable. Rotate the throttle lever to disengage the throttle cable end out of the throttle lever slot. Disconnect throttle cable with the accelerator pedal and release the cable guide with the firewall and then pull the cable through firewall on the engine compartment side. To install, stillergate, the reverse order is to take out the parts and make sure the cable casing grommet fits in the firewall. To ensure that the throttle has been fully opened and that the play in the accelerator pedal is measured and the cable adjusted (where necessary) by loosening the lock nuts, then tightening them and ensuring that the throttle closes completely when the accelerator is released, all but 2.0L DOHC models require that the accelerator pedal be fully depressed, the play in the accelerator pedal measured, and the cable adjusted (where necessary). In 2.0L DOHC models, pull locking tab A to unlock, position the cable housing to establish a free play and then put locking tab A to the lock position after measuring the play in the accelerator.

How to replace the Accelerator Cable on Mazda Tribute?

This process will only work on the 2008 and earlier models, where the newer models use an electronic throttle body which is operated and managed by thePowertrain Control Module(PCM) which is fed by the Accelerator Pedal Position(APP) sensor. to start with, remove the cable off the negative terminal of the battery. In case of V6 models, lose the engine cover, undo three nuts. In four-cylinder models, remove the accelerator cable connector to the air intake duct, whereas in V6 models, remove the accelerator cable connector bracket to the intake manifold by removing a bolt. To disconnect the accelerator cable with cable bracket, rotate the cable housing 90 degrees and remove the cable, and then to disconnect the cable with throttle body, remove the retainer clip and pull the end of the cable off the pin on the linkage on four-cylinder model. Second, unhook the accelerator cable of the throttle body and, located in the passenger compartment, unhook the cable of the accelerator pedal. Go back to the engine compartment, grab the cable through the firewall and as far as the lower end plugs to the grommet, take off the grommet and pull the cable through the hole. Removal is installation to the contrary. Ask an assistant to step on the accelerator pedal and release it with the throttle valve moving freely in between fully closed and fully open and vice versa. Once the battery is reconnected the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) needs to re-learn its idle and fuel trim strategy to provide maximum driveability and performance.

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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: NC10-41-660A
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Miata | 1999-2005 | 10th Anniversary, Base, LS, Mazdaspeed, SE, Shinsen | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: NA01-41-660A
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- Other Name: Accelerator Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Miata | 1992-1993 | Base, LE | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: EC05-41-660F
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator (W/O Bracket)
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Tribute | 2001-2006 | DX, ES, LX, S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: ZZC0-41-660
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Tribute | 2008 | Hybrid, i | 4 Cyl 2.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: BL4G-41-660A
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Protege | 2001 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: BL8H-41-660A
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- Other Name: Accelerator Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Protege | 2001 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: LC62-41-660B
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- Other Name: Accelerator Cable
- Replaces: LC62-41-660
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- MPV | 2000-2001 | DX, ES, LX | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: LA01-41-660B
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- Other Name: Accelerator Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- MPV | 1992-1995 | L, LX, LXE, Passenger | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: GE4T-41-660B
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Protege | 1999-2003 | DX, ES, LX, MP3, Mazdaspeed | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Protege5 | 2002-2003 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: FD01-41-660B
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
- Replaces: FD01-41-660A
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- RX-7 | 1993-1995 | Base, R1, R2, Touring | 2 Cyl 1.3 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: BR70-41-660C
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- Other Name: Accel Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- 323 | 1991-1994 | Base, SE | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- MX-3 | 1992-1993 | Base | 4 Cyl 1.6 L GAS
- Protege | 1991-1994 | DX, LX | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: BC1D-41-660A
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- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Protege | 1995-1998 | DX, ES, LX | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: ZZP1-41-660B
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Accel Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B3000 | 1998-2002 | Base, DS, SE, SX, Troy Lee | 6 Cyl 3.0 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: ZZP0-41-660
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2500 | 1998-2001 | SE, SX, Troy Lee | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: ZZC1-41-660
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable, Accelerator
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Tribute | 2008 | S | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: UE54-41-660A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Accel Cable,
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2200 | 1992-1993 | Base, LE-5, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: UE38-41-660A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Accel Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2600 | 1992-1993 | Base, LE-5, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.6 L GAS
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Mazda Throttle Cable Part Number: UB39-41-660A
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- Other Name: Accel Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- B2200 | 1992-1993 | Base, LE-5, SE-5 | 4 Cyl 2.2 L GAS
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Mazda Cable Part Number: TA02-41-66XA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable, Throttle; Throttle Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Millenia | 1995-2001 | Base, L | 6 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Mazda Cable Part Number: T036-41-66XB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable, Throttle; Throttle Cable
Fits the following Mazda Models:
- Millenia | 1996-2002 | Base, Millennium Edition, S | 6 Cyl 2.3 L GAS

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Mazda Accelerator Cable

The manufacturer develops this Accelerator Cable to allow the engine to respond as the driver would like in a timely manner. Mazda cars are well known for their KODO design or Soul of Motion. The design looks alive even when parked. Also, the lightweight SKYACTIV engines sip fuel yet pull strongly. Plus, the i-ACTIVSENSE systems watch the road to help avoid danger. Ever since building its first vehicle in 1931, Mazda has followed its own unique path with the use of the rotary engine, and now electric and hybrid power. Chiefly importantly, it has always kept the fun-to-drive spirit in whatever it has ever made. Every Mazda has been designed to combine efficiency, safety and enjoyment while making the vehicle feel special during everyday trips whether in the city or in the mountains. Mazda's commitment to confidence in all weather is evident in the company's reworking of i-ACTIV all-wheel drive to send grip where needed. Connecting the accelerator pedal inside the cabin to the throttle body in the engine compartment is the function of the Accelerator Cable. The Accelerator Cable comprises a flexible steel core that slides in a low-friction sheath. When the pedal is pressed, a cable pulls on the throttle arm which opens the plate allowing more air and fuel to enter the engine, raising speed instantly. The single continuous strand keeps length stable, preserving smooth idle and preventing lag during sudden acceleration. The purely mechanical operation of the throttle takes away any delay from either sensors or software. Therefore, you get real time feedback that matches the quick-revving nature of every Mazda engine. With proper maintenance, the Accelerator Cable will provide crisp throttle feel for many miles.

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Mazda Accelerator Cable Parts and Q&A

Throttle Cable
BJ0E-41-660B
Q:
How to remove and install the Accelerator Cable on Mazda Protege?
A:
Removing throttle cable. This requires removing the throttle cable which is attached to a negative terminal of the battery first. The next step is to loosen the lock nut on the threaded part of the throttle cable at the plenum, and also on the accelerator cable. Rotate the throttle lever to disengage the throttle cable end out of the throttle lever slot. Disconnect throttle cable with the accelerator pedal and release the cable guide with the firewall and then pull the cable through firewall on the engine compartment side. To install, stillergate, the reverse order is to take out the parts and make sure the cable casing grommet fits in the firewall. To ensure that the throttle has been fully opened and that the play in the accelerator pedal is measured and the cable adjusted (where necessary) by loosening the lock nuts, then tightening them and ensuring that the throttle closes completely when the accelerator is released, all but 2.0L DOHC models require that the accelerator pedal be fully depressed, the play in the accelerator pedal measured, and the cable adjusted (where necessary). In 2.0L DOHC models, pull locking tab A to unlock, position the cable housing to establish a free play and then put locking tab A to the lock position after measuring the play in the accelerator.
Throttle Cable
EC05-41-660F
Q:
How to replace the Accelerator Cable on Mazda Tribute?
A:
This process will only work on the 2008 and earlier models, where the newer models use an electronic throttle body which is operated and managed by thePowertrain Control Module(PCM) which is fed by the Accelerator Pedal Position(APP) sensor. to start with, remove the cable off the negative terminal of the battery. In case of V6 models, lose the engine cover, undo three nuts. In four-cylinder models, remove the accelerator cable connector to the air intake duct, whereas in V6 models, remove the accelerator cable connector bracket to the intake manifold by removing a bolt. To disconnect the accelerator cable with cable bracket, rotate the cable housing 90 degrees and remove the cable, and then to disconnect the cable with throttle body, remove the retainer clip and pull the end of the cable off the pin on the linkage on four-cylinder model. Second, unhook the accelerator cable of the throttle body and, located in the passenger compartment, unhook the cable of the accelerator pedal. Go back to the engine compartment, grab the cable through the firewall and as far as the lower end plugs to the grommet, take off the grommet and pull the cable through the hole. Removal is installation to the contrary. Ask an assistant to step on the accelerator pedal and release it with the throttle valve moving freely in between fully closed and fully open and vice versa. Once the battery is reconnected the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) needs to re-learn its idle and fuel trim strategy to provide maximum driveability and performance.