What is an Accelerator Cable?
The accelerator cable connects the accelerator pedal to the throttle body, enabling the driver to control the vehicle’s level of acceleration. The cable consists of an inner cable made of metal wire and an outside casing made of rubber and metal.
Accelerator Cable Suppliers In South Africa
Exact Cables (Pty) Ltd
Address: BP Centre, Shop 2, 18 Pomona Rd, Pomona AH, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon
Phone: +27 76 467 2881
Pro Cables Automotive
Address: 600 Soutter St, Pretoria West, Pretoria, 0183, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon
Phone: +27 12 327 9798
Cabelcraft Controls
Address: West St, Kempton Park Cbd, Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 7:30 am Mon
Phone: +27 11 394 4865
Power Cable Supplies
Address: 7 Ferrule Ave, Montague Gardens, Cape Town, 7441, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon
Phone: +27 21 551 3090
Cable Engineering (Pty) Ltd
Address: shop 2, Auto Centre, 18 Stormvoël Rd, Waverley, Pretoria, 0186, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 7:30 am Mon
Phone: +27 12 751 2547
The Cableman Manufacturing CC
Address: 9 Hammer St, Boltonia, Krugersdorp, 1739, South Africa
Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 8 am Mon
Phone: +27 11 953 4626
Why does the accelerator cable break?
Damage to the outer covering
If you notice any damage or wear on the covering, then there is the possibility that the metal cable inside has received damage. Because the cable is under constant stress any damage to the cable can leave it more susceptible to breaking.
What is the life of the accelerator cable?
Usually, you can expect to get five years from your accelerator cable before it needs to be replaced. Usually, your accelerator cable won’t simply “let go.”
You will notice one or more of the following signs: Car jerks when using cruise control. No engine response when you depress the accelerator pedal.
Do cars still have accelerator cables?
Although many newer cars use an electronic throttle control system, accelerator cables are still frequently used in cars to control the engine. You use the accelerator cable in your car constantly while driving, no matter how long you drive.
How often do you need to replace the accelerator cable?
It is generally a good idea to change your clutch, throttle, speedo and brake cables every 10,000 miles, every three years, or more often if you really do a lot of miles. Obviously the higher the mileage you do the more quickly your cables will get worn.