really stiff gas pedal, how to fix?

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Old May 8, 2008 | 06:57 PM
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really stiff gas pedal, how to fix?

hi guys, i been noticing that when i step on the gas, the pedal feels really stiff, likes its locked or something, and i gotta step down kinda extra hard just for it to go down. is there any way to fix this? i dont really know much about cars.

and no, there isnt a squishy ball or something under the pedal >_<
thanks in advance
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Old May 8, 2008 | 07:48 PM
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remove the plastic engine cover- 4-10mm bolts, and check the throttle cable assembly for interferance or just plain out of grease to allow easy movement
Get another ziner to help remove and lube the cable at the throttle and reassemble
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Old May 8, 2008 | 08:04 PM
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mine is out of grease, i can feel it, but i cannot get the bolts out of the cover, seems like they are rusted on, i tried soaking in WD40. any suggestions?
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Old May 8, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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bust them off- and throw the plastic engine cover in the garage pile- no kidding~
they are small 10mm head bolts- not on supertight normally
make sure we are talking about the same bolts before breaking them!
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Old May 8, 2008 | 08:42 PM
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which tool do you recommend?
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Old May 8, 2008 | 09:21 PM
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which tool do you recommend?
A socket wrench with a 10mm socket and some elbow grease.

Check that the TB is clean and carbon free as it will cause it to stick early on as well
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