Editing Replacing the throttle cable (section)

==Reassembly==

I have always started from the engine end.
* attach the throttle cable to the throttle cab and adjust the cable for the minimum slack (stops the tail of the inner flapping about as you try to thread it back through the car.
* pass the cable back under (or beside if following the modified route) the engine.
* if you are keeping the standard cable routing, ensure the silver heatshield sits under the engine and especially where the cable passes close the exhaust pipe.
* If you are using the modified route, use the silver heatshield to protect the cable as it passes through the aluminium extrusion, and ensure it covers the cable up to the rear bulkhead/sheer plate.
* poke the end of the cable through the small hole next to the gear cables - this may take a few attempts.
* thread the cable under (this is the time consuming bit) or, if your are lazy, around the handbrake as you chose.
* re-attach the cable to the throttle linkage plate and clip the cable abutments in place.
* when replacing the central divider make sure it passes on the correct sides of the various flanges that hold it. witness marks on the divider should indicate where contact was made before.
* replace the handbrake cover and gear leaver cover, and gear knob
* replace the undertray

Before you start the car get someone to check the cable adjustment with you.
There should be a tiny amount of slack in the cable at idle, and with your foot on the floor the throttle should be wide open.

Just to be extra sure (this should not be necessary) do the 5 stamp reset. Turn on the ignition, press fully and release the throttle 5 times, then turn off the ignition and wait until the engine management light goes out.