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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.
  1. Remove and discard the plastic cable retainer.
    Fig 1: Installing Cruise Control Cable Bead To Cruise Control Module
    GM373548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the cruise control cable to the vehicle.
  3. Connect the cruise control cable bead to the fitting on the cruise control module ribbon.
  4. Fig 2: Pulling Cruise Control Cable Until The Cable Is Taut
    GM373553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Pull the cruise control cable until the cable is taut.
  6. Fig 3: Do Not Twist The Ribbon
    GM373551Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Use care not to twist the ribbon.
  8. Fig 4: Straightening The Cruise Control Module Ribbon
    GM373538Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. 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.

  10. 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.
  11. Fig 5: Snaping Cruise Control Cable Engine-End Fitting Over The Stud
    GM600834Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Snap the cruise control cable engine-end fitting over the stud on the throttle lever.
  13. 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.