Sticky Accelerator Pedal Assembly

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No, I’m not driving a Toyota. It’s a 92 Integra RS. Ok, here’s the problem. When I release my foot from the gas pedal and reapply it, it requires a little extra push at the very beginning of the acceleration. This causes it to jerk slightly, which is very annoying when I drive.

I have peeked my head down there to see whats going on and to apply some lubricant to loosen up whatever could be sticking. Here’s what I saw. The mount that is attached to the floorboard is bolted in securely, but the gas pedal is a little loose where the rod goes through the mount. So when I step on the pedal, it tilts sideways very slightly and then begins to pull the accelerator cable.

My questions are: Are there suppose to be any plastic grommets fitted inside the holes of the mount where the rod goes to tighten it. Are there any cool aftermarket replacements?

2

im not sure of plastic grommets but im too lazy to look for a big guy, but have u check to make sure you dont have kinks in the line int he engine bay or some sort of blockage?

3

also how loose is your throttle cable.

4

throttle cable is straight. Nice smooth curve to the throttle body. I have pinpointed the issue to the gas pedal. When I step on it, it moves sideways before actually pulling the cable. I’m thinking of removing it. It can be disassembled and I want to wrap the rod that goes through the hole with teflon to fill the gap which could prevent the initial wobble before being depressed.