Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Secure all of the components of the accelerator and the cruise control cables as specified. Ensure that the throttle linkage operates freely without binding between the idle position and the wide open throttle.

Remove and discard the plastic cable retainer.
Install the cruise control cable to the vehicle.
Connect the cruise control cable bead to the fitting on the cruise control module ribbon.

Fig 1: Installing Cruise Control Cable
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Pull the cruise control cable until the cable is taut.

Fig 2: Pulling Cruise Control Cable
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Use care not to twist the ribbon.

Fig 3: Not Twisting Ribbon
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Turn the cruise control cable at the engine-end fitting in order to straighten the cruise control module ribbon, as needed.
Ensure that the ribbon is flat and vertical.
Slide the cruise control cable conduit over the ribbon.
- Install the tangs to the cruise control module housing.
- Ensure that the tangs snap securely into place.
Fig 4: Installing Tangs To Cruise Control Module Housing
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Snap the cruise control cable engine-end fitting over the stud on the throttle lever.
Connect the cruise control cable conduit fitting to the engine cable bracket.
- Ensure that the tabs snap securely into the hole.
- Route the cruise control cable above the accelerator cable.
- Ensure that the clip snaps securely into place.
Fig 5: Connecting Cruise Control Cable Conduit Fitting
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