Stiff gas pedal
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97RunnerSR5
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The gas pedal on my 97 was always stiff. Came that way from the factory from what I've noticed. Though I think they changed it up a lil bit because on my buds 02 t4r his gas pedal is nowhere near as stiff.
I guess you guys should just chalk it up as a "Yota thing". Though I'll try the lube deal and see if that helps it out some.
I guess you guys should just chalk it up as a "Yota thing". Though I'll try the lube deal and see if that helps it out some.
Baja Runner
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I bought a new cable from Toyota. It was like $40. It fixed it.
BrazilianT4R
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See lube seeping out at the gas pedal end.
Hi!
Do you happen to have a picture of the gas pedal where the cable attaches to it, right above that weight/dampener? Mine has some slack there, giving it some "dead course" and I would like to compare.
theizzardking
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wd-40 is not a lube!!!!! it actually strips grease and lube from the part over time, do yourself a favor and get some proper lubrication on there asap to prevent you from having this same problem again in a shorter amount of time.
WD-40 was developed by the military in the 50s as a rust preventative solvent and de-greaser to protect missile parts and while true it will work for greasing things like hinges and toys but for something that sees constant actuation like a throttle cable i would use a proper lube, as it will de-grease whatever lubricant you currently have on there and leave it bone dry......
i don't even use wd-40 for anything anymore, simple green for cleaning, a good penetrating oil for stuck parts and a variety of greases and sprays for lubrication, this stuff is often over looked but using the right grease for the right part can save you some serious cash in the long run, not necessarily here with this cable, but generally speaking.
CanukRunner
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agreed wd-40 is water displacement formula 40, used by nasa... wurth film is more a general lube that would work for that spring.
This is an OLD thread, but in doing some research for the '92 4Runner I just picked up, I found the info here useful.
I have a new throttle cable on the way, and have already cleaned up everything I can in the meantime.
The stiffness, however, doesn't seem to be either the cable or dirt. The cable slides fine, and the throttle body seems to open/close smoothly. I AM totally out of adjustment, however, so a new cable is getting installed. I have at least 1/4" or more of travel before the slack is taken up. Not cool.
I did notice a couple of things, however.
1) The cable on my V6 model routes RIGHT by where the exhaust pipe connect so the driver's side manifold. Going to wrap my new cable with heat-shielding, just to help protect it from the heat.
2) The Diameter of the throttle guide on the Throttle body seems a little small. Wondering if there isn't a larger diameter replacement out there on another Throttle body that might fit? Will research that.
3) There are TWO throttle springs available for the Accelerator Pedal. I've searched EBAY and when you look for pedals for a '92 4Runner and look at the pictures, there are some that have the thicker spring, like mine appears to, and others that have a rather THIN looking spring. I've ordered both available part numbers for ToyotaPartsDeal.com, and will figure out which is which. The two part numbers are: 90959-03026 and 90508-26077. There was/is also 90508-32019, but it says it was replaced by 90959-03026, so I just ordered the two. I'm hoping that one of them is the lighter spring, which should also help.
Will report back once I have all this in place. I figure something should make it better... hopefully!
I have a new throttle cable on the way, and have already cleaned up everything I can in the meantime.
The stiffness, however, doesn't seem to be either the cable or dirt. The cable slides fine, and the throttle body seems to open/close smoothly. I AM totally out of adjustment, however, so a new cable is getting installed. I have at least 1/4" or more of travel before the slack is taken up. Not cool.
I did notice a couple of things, however.
1) The cable on my V6 model routes RIGHT by where the exhaust pipe connect so the driver's side manifold. Going to wrap my new cable with heat-shielding, just to help protect it from the heat.
2) The Diameter of the throttle guide on the Throttle body seems a little small. Wondering if there isn't a larger diameter replacement out there on another Throttle body that might fit? Will research that.
3) There are TWO throttle springs available for the Accelerator Pedal. I've searched EBAY and when you look for pedals for a '92 4Runner and look at the pictures, there are some that have the thicker spring, like mine appears to, and others that have a rather THIN looking spring. I've ordered both available part numbers for ToyotaPartsDeal.com, and will figure out which is which. The two part numbers are: 90959-03026 and 90508-26077. There was/is also 90508-32019, but it says it was replaced by 90959-03026, so I just ordered the two. I'm hoping that one of them is the lighter spring, which should also help.
Will report back once I have all this in place. I figure something should make it better... hopefully!
fblainen11
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My 97 that I just sold has a stiff gas pedal. Moreso than my 00 and 01.
WD40 is not a lubricant. Use a silicon spray, or any good quality lube spray - like a bicycle chain lube - tri flow.
Mike_Romeo_Bravo
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Thanks for this. I need to check it on my 4runner. Living the cable has worked well so far but is a band aid.
Mike_Romeo_Bravo
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I've had good luck with PB Blaster products. I used their multi purpose lube on allot of stuff but they also have a great selection of other types of lube.
flyswatter_studio
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Pb blaster isn't bad but both wd-40 and PB blaster are penetrating oils, use a white lithium grease version. I used the wd-40 white lithium grease on my 1995 cable that isn't really for this car but is the only replacement I could find. (Let me know if you need the part number, you will need to drill the firewall if going to use it.) I 3D modeled a replacement to the rubber bushing that seems to always blow up or split (I can send the model files too if you want to print it and the specs and other equipment needed). If your throttle pedal is stiff though this isn't a hard fix and seems to be common on these cars. Simply unhook throttle cable from the throttle body and get it as straight as possible (doesn't need to be taken off of the pedal or firewall) if u can angle it to let gravity feed the lube then it's a little easier. Get some white lithium grease or another kind of lubricant, pull cable too you, spray cable and inside the sleeve. Next work the cable back and forth in the sleeve and repeat until you feel comfortable. Must I add this doesn't immediately fix it you will need to drive it and wait, but the more you work it and more lube you put the faster and better it should work.
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Mr. Goodkat
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I'd say just buy a new cable and be done with it. My cable was getting horrendous on my 2000 even though it had felt stiff the whole time I've had it since 2018. About 4 or 5 months ago I bought a new cable from McGeorge, and it should have been one of the first things I did 5 years ago. It drives like a completely different vehicle with the new cable. Personally, I wouldn't recommend lubing a worn out cable. Just replace and you'll be glad you did every second you drive it.
96RedRunner
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The cable care kit with a bit of effort can work most cases, a new cable is a instant fix.
Pick a weekend couple days for job. Disconnect cable from TB and all clips to firewall hang it from hood, chit flows down.
Spray Lube let soak work pedal rinse and repeat till cable moves freely or not. [MENTION=756374]flyswatter_studio[/MENTION] said it first.
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