Sticky accelerator pedal

[geoff]

I used AC90

Not quite the same issue as you, revs at idle are good it is just the revs hang when taking foot off throttle to change gear and shows to a greater extent when driving harder.

Gotta laugh years ago I drove a London Taxi as a family car and the throttle spring was shot so I used an elastic rope / bungee until I bought a new one trouble was it worked so well it remained for a good eight months or so until the mot came along.

[riley82]

I used AC90

Not quite the same issue as you, revs at idle are good it is just the revs hang when taking foot off throttle to change gear and shows to a greater extent when driving harder.

Gotta laugh years ago I drove a London Taxi as a family car and the throttle spring was shot so I used an elastic rope / bungee until I bought a new one trouble was it worked so well it remained for a good eight months or so until the mot came along.

What an idea ??

So going to tackle it early in the morning and see how it goes....got some of this lithium based multi purpose grease so I'll see if that works. ???

[Sol]

I'm sorry, it was your statement that you were a novice. Just get the Lithium grease worked into the pivot point and it will be fine.

[riley82]

No need to apologise pal...I should apologise for being thick lol...l

[riley82]

Is the pivot point where the pedal arm connects to the car? Can you tell never done a pedal swap on any of my minis ???

[geoff]

All in the drivers footwell, it is a whole assembly and you'll need to remove the pedal.

Best thing is to get on your knees in daylight twist around somewhat and take a peep upwards.

[riley82]

Morning guys got pedal off but how do you open the pedal to reveal the springs pivot area for greasing

[Sol]

Even without opening it, check if it sticks when pivoted. If so then try and get grease into the pivot point until it stops sticking...

See here, the pivot part is lined in red: (click for full size)

   

[Sol]

Here, see this thread: (shows the springs, pivot and how to open the pedal back cover) - I would just lubricate it without opening up first.

https://www.berlingoforum.com/thread-191...#pid121231

[riley82]

Thanks guys for all your help...the pedal was completely knackered. Even with grease etc. Had to purchase a new pedal 50 miles away!! They are like hens teeth to get hold off.