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Accelerator spring or stretched throttle cable

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Old 02-03-2019
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Accelerator spring or stretched throttle cable

On my '99 when I barely put pressure on the gas pedal, it falls slightly and has difficulty engaging the passing gear. I have noticed that the cable by the throttle body has stretched some, if this is the problem; how can I tighten it back up? Or could I have a accelerator pedal problem? Thanks for the help.
 
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Google: Ranger throttle cable mod

Very common issue, and very easy to fix with a few Zap straps, at the gas pedal end of the cable
 
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Thanks Ron D, can this mod be done in the cab verses on the engine? I've seen other trucks do this, but weren't Ford Rangers.
 
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Its only done in the cab, the gas pedal end of the throttle cable
 
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Thank you sir, that was my first guess; but sought the knowledge of one more experienced than myself.
 
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