Symptom Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Sable and 2005 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Before using the Symptom Chart, disconnect accelerator cable from the throttle body lever, and disconnect the speed control actuator cable from the throttle body, if equipped.

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Accelerator pedal is hard to push down	Pedal operation is restricted. Worn or damaged cable.	GO to PINPOINT TEST A .
High engine idle speed	Damaged throttle body. Worn or damaged cable.	GO to PINPOINT TEST B .