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Installation Procedure

  1. Ensure the cruise control cable is routed correctly.
  2. Ensure the motor strap (1) is not twisted. Attach the inner cable end (2) to the motor strap end fitting (3) at the cruise control module (4).
    3. Fig 1: View Of Motor Strap, Fitting, Inner Cable End & Cruise Control Module
    GM1374999Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. While holding the inner cable (1) at the throttle body linkage lever stud connection end, slide the outer cable (2) over the motor strap until the outer cable sits flush with the cruise control module housing (3).
  4. Turn the outer cable (2) towards the right hand fender, approximately 45 degrees (a), to lock the outer cable locking mechanism to the cruise control module.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Inner, Outer Cable & Cruise Control Module Housing
    GM1375022Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Unlock the cruise control outer cable by pulling the lock tangs on the outer cable adjuster/lock (1).
    6. Fig 3: View Of Outer Cable Adjuster/Lock
    GM1375026Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Rotate the top cam (4) of the throttle relaxer (5) and install the inner cable ferrule (2) into the slot in the cam (3). Ensure the inner cable is properly in the groove on the cam.
  7. Push the outer cable retainer (1) onto the throttle relaxer mounting bracket (6) ensuring the cable retaining tang locks into the mounting bracket.
    8. Fig 4: View Of Top Cam, Throttle Relaxer, Bracket, Inner Cable Ferrule, Slot & Outer Cable Retainer
    GM1375028Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the cover (1) onto the throttle relaxer (2).
    9. Fig 5: View Of Throttle Relaxer & Cover
    GM1375032Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: After the cable is fitted, ensure the throttle opens without binding and returns to the fully closed position under throttle return spring tension.
  9. Allow the internal spring of the cable adjuster/lock mechanism (1) to take up the free play of the outer cable (2).
  10. Push down on the outer cable locking retainer to fix the outer cable to the correct self adjusted length.
    11. Fig 6: View Cable Adjuster/Lock Mechanism & Outer Cable
    GM1375035Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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