Dodge Ram Truck 1500-2500-3500. Manual - part 195
MOTOR-ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
DESCRIPTION
The Adjustable Pedals System (APS) is designed to
enable the fore and aft repositioning of the brake and
accelerator pedals. This results in improved ergonom-
ics in relation to the steering wheel for taller and
shorter drivers. Being able to adjust the pedal posi-
tions also allows the driver to set steering wheel tilt
and seat position to the most comfortable position.
The position of the brake and accelerator pedals can
be adjusted without compromising safety or comfort in
actuating the pedals.
Change of pedal position is accomplished by means
of a motor driven screw. Operating the adjustable
pedal switch activates the pedal drive motor (1). The
pedal drive motor turns a screw that changes the posi-
tion of the brake and accelerator pedals. The pedal
can be moved rearward (closer to the driver) or for-
ward (away from driver). The brake pedal is moved on
its drive screw to a position where the driver feels most comfortable.
The accelerator pedal is moved at the same time and the same distance as the brake pedal.
Neither the pedal drive motor (1) nor drive mechanism are subject to the mechanical stress of brake or accelerator
application.
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SYSTEM FEATURES:
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Range of Adjustment: The pedals may be adjusted up to 3 in. (75 mm)
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Pedal Adjustment Speed: 0.5 in./sec (12.5 mm/sec)
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Pedal Adjustment Inhibitors: Pedal adjustment is inhibited when the vehicle is in reverse or when
cruise control is activated.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the kneeblocker (Refer to 23 - BODY/INSTRUMENT PANEL/STEERING COLUMN OPENING COVER -
REMOVAL).
3. Remove the brake light switch and discard (Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/LAMPS/LIGHTING - EXTERIOR/BRAKE
LAMP SWITCH - REMOVAL).
4. Disconnect the adjustable pedal cables from the
brake and accelerator pedals Also clutch pedal if
equipped with a manual transmission.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
6. Unclip the cable fasteners to the support.
7. Remove the one mounting bolt (2) for the adjust-
able pedal motor (1).
8. Remove the adjustable pedal motor (1) with the
cables.
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BRAKES - BASE - SERVICE INFORMATION
DR/DH