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  1. Temperature cable and functional cable self-adjust when levers are moved to end of slots. Adjustment is required only when a new cable is installed. Pre-set adjustment before self-adjusting the cable by inserting small screwdriver in loop (crank arm end) of cable and sliding self-adjust clip so that it is I" away from loop. See Fig 1.
  2. Install cable if removed and move lever to "WARM" or "DEF" position to position self-adjusting clip. Check for proper operation and repeat if necessary.
    Fig 1: Positioning Self-Adjusting Clip on Cable
    G09361643Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    Fig 2: Heater Air Flow and function (Capri, Cougar, Escort, Fairmont, Granada, Lynx, Mustang and Zephyr)
    G09361644Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.