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Removal Procedure

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IMPORTANT: The cruise control cable does not require mechanical adjusting after replacement. The cruise control module internally adjusts the cable. Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation (4.3L) , Cruise Control Description and Operation (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, and 8.1L)  or Cruise Control Description and Operation (6.6L)  for the complete operational details.
  1. Disconnect the cruise control cable locator clip from the outboard rectangular hole in the routing bracket at the left front corner of the engine.
  2. Disconnect the cruise control cable conduit fitting from the round hole in the engine cable bracket.
  3. Fig 1: Disconnecting The Cruise Control Cable Locator Clip
    GM600834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Disconnect the cruise control cable engine-end fitting from the stud on the throttle lever.
  5. Disconnect the cruise control cable fitting from the cruise control module.
  6. Fig 2: Disconnecting Cruise Control Cable Bead From Cruise Control Module
    GM373548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the cruise control cable bead from the fitting on the cruise control module ribbon.
  8. Remove the cruise control cable from the vehicle.