How to Maintain and Fix a Throttle Cable on Dodge Dakota?

Checking the cable core wire to see if it is not bent or damaged before servicing the throttle will help you ensure everything goes well. Inside the car, apply the gas pedal and remove the plastic clip and core wire at the upper end of the arm attached to the pedal. After that, squeeze both ends of the cable housing retainer at the dash panel to free the cable housing and move it into the engine compartment. Cut the air tube at the top of the throttle body and take out the cable ball socket from the throttle body linkage. Pinching the sides of the cable housing clips on the mounting bracket lets you unsnap the cable housing at the valve cover retainer, so you can then remove the cable from the car. After threading the cable housing through the back of the mounting bracket, press the housing so it locks in place. Secure the ball socket onto the end of the throttle body linkage and fixing the cable housing on the valve cover retainer. Snap the other side of the cable housing into the opening in the dash panel. Guide the ball end of the wire cable into the hole of the pedal arm throughout the arm and clip the plastic retainer in place, lining up the index slot on the retainer with the index tab on the arm. Check how the throttle works without the engine first, attach the air tube to the throttle body when done.

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Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Part Number: 53031715AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Accelerator; Cable Accelerator
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2002 Dodge Dakota | Base, SLT, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Part Number: 53031548AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Accelerator; Cable Accelerator
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Dodge Dakota | Base, SLT, SXT, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.9 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Part Number: 53031556AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Accelerator; Cable Accelerator
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2003 Dodge Dakota | Base, R/T, SLT, Sport | 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.9 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Part Number: 52078002
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Accelerator Control; Cable, Throttle Control
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1992-1995 Dodge Dakota | Base, LE, S, SLT, Sport, WS | 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
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Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Part Number: 53031592AC
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Cable - Accelerator; Cable Accelerator
- Replaces: 53031592AB
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mopar's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2007 Dodge Dakota | Base, Laramie, SLT, SLT Plus, ST, SXT, Sport, Sport Plus | 3.7L V6, 4.7L V8, 6 Cyl 3.7 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.7 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.7 L GAS

Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable

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The Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable acts as a fundamental mechanical connection that enables throttle plate regulation by bridging the gas pedal to the engine system for improved Dodge Dakota vehicle performance and reliability. The essential component provides drivers with control over engine airflow to achieve optimal performance in different Dakota models. The original Dodge Dakota vehicles needed a throttle cable to operate their throttle body manually yet modern models use Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) as a showation of automotive technological advancement. Outdoor and automotive manufacturers build Throttle Cables for the Dodge Dakota using durable braided metal because these cables establish their reputation for dependable operation. The throttle control functions as a vital system for intensive vehicle efficiency and safety because it delivers exact throttle results. Rack-and-pinion steering marks one of the Dodge Dakota's innovative features because it was this pickup's first application of this technology and this strengthened the performance of its Throttle Cable. From its first model launch in 1986 until the production ended in 2010 the Dodge automobile Throttle Cable established itself as a prominent market component which delivers complete driver control and power management. The the automaker car Throttle Cable plays a critical role for drivers since it enables city commuting and off-road adventures thus keeping the model recognized for its reliable performance in mid-size pickup trucks.

Dodge Dakota Throttle Cable Parts and Q&A

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53031556AB
Q: How to Maintain and Fix a Throttle Cable on Dodge Dakota?
A:
Checking the cable core wire to see if it is not bent or damaged before servicing the throttle will help you ensure everything goes well. Inside the car, apply the gas pedal and remove the plastic clip and core wire at the upper end of the arm attached to the pedal. After that, squeeze both ends of the cable housing retainer at the dash panel to free the cable housing and move it into the engine compartment. Cut the air tube at the top of the Throttle Body and take out the cable ball socket from the throttle body linkage. Pinching the sides of the cable housing clips on the mounting bracket lets you unsnap the cable housing at the valve cover retainer, so you can then remove the cable from the car. After threading the cable housing through the back of the mounting bracket, press the housing so it locks in place. Secure the ball socket onto the end of the throttle body linkage and fixing the cable housing on the valve cover retainer. Snap the other side of the cable housing into the opening in the dash panel. Guide the ball end of the wire cable into the hole of the pedal arm throughout the arm and clip the plastic retainer in place, lining up the index slot on the retainer with the index tab on the arm. Check how the throttle works without the engine first, attach the air tube to the throttle body when done.