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    Hey guys,

    I've just bought a 2005 VZ SS-Z, and found the accelerator pedal a bit too hard. Is there a way the tension can be softened? All the VY's I've driven have a perfect setting, and I know the VZ uses an electronic throttle, but I'd prefer it to be more like the VY. Can it be done, if so, how?

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    Short answer... No.

    There is no actual cable connecting the pedal and the throttle/butterfly on the manifold, so unless there is an adjustment on the pedal itself that I am not aware of your a little stuck with it I think.

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    maybe you need to into it with some WD-40 or CRC.. could just be full of shit, so to speak
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    I think you can, if you go and buy an accelerator pedal assembly from the wreckers, open it up. You should find a coil like spring, just replace that with one that has less resistance.
    The procedure to do it is rather difficult. And honestly, dangerous, it is stiff for a reason. Loosening it up will increase the chances of the pedal getting stuck, especially during a full depression. But that is the way to adjust it so to speak.
    The reason for buying a second assembly is because it isn't easy to do, and the last thing you want to do is break your only one.

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