WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Accelerator Cable - 2.3L (1 Of 2) With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 2: Exploded View Of Accelerator Cable - 2.3L (2 Of 2)