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Cruise Control Cable Replacement without RPO NW9

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 296575  Size: SH
  1. Rotate the throttle lever rearward.
  2. Push down the cable end to remove it from the throttle lever pin.
  3. Using a flat bladed tool, push in the cable retainer at the throttle body bracket.
  4. Slide the cruise control cable up from the throttle body bracket.
  5. Remove the cruise control cable from under the accelerator/cruise control cable servo bracket.

  6. Object Number: 296579  Size: SH
  7. Remove the cruise control cable clip from the brake booster.
  8. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  9. Remove the left front bumper fascia lower deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement in Bumpers.

  10. Object Number: 296584  Size: SH
  11. Disconnect the cruise control cable rosebud clip from the brake pipe clip.

  12. Object Number: 296578  Size: SH
  13. Remove the cruise control module shield bolts and nut.
  14. Remove the cruise control module shield.

  15. Object Number: 296583  Size: SH
  16. Unsnap and remove the cruise control module cover.

  17. Object Number: 296582  Size: SH
  18. Remove the cable locking retainer from the module.
  19. Compress the conduit tangs


    Object Number: 296577  Size: SH
  20. Pull the cruise control cable (4) out from the module (2).
  21. Unhook the cable bead (1) from the module ribbon (3).
  22. Remove the cruise control cable from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 296577  Size: SH
  1. Install the cruise control cable to the vehicle.
  2. Inspect the cable end to insure the O-ring is in place.
  3. Hook the cable bead (1) to the module ribbon (3)
  4. Remove the shipping retainer.
  5. Rotate the cable end if necessary, to straighten the ribbon.
  6. Pull the throttle body end of the cable until the cable is taut.
  7. Push the cable fitting end over the ribbon.

  8. Object Number: 296582  Size: SH
  9. Snap the cable end into the module.
  10. Ensure that the conduit tangs are engaged.
  11. Install the cable locking retainer to the module.

  12. Object Number: 296583  Size: SH
  13. Align the cruise control module cover over the cable and bracket.

  14. Object Number: 520743  Size: SH
  15. Snap the cover closed over the flanges on the bracket.

  16. Object Number: 296578  Size: SH
  17. Install the cruise control module shield.
  18. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  19. Install the cruise control module shield bolts and nut.
  20. Tighten

        • Tighten the cruise control module shield bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
        • Tighten the cruise control module shield nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

    Object Number: 296584  Size: SH
  21. Connect the cruise control cable rosebud clip to the brake pipe clip.
  22. Install the left front bumper fascia lower deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement in Bumpers.
  23. Lower the vehicle.

  24. Object Number: 296579  Size: SH
  25. Install the cruise control cable clip to the brake booster.
  26. Install the cruise control cable under the accelerator/cruise control cable servo bracket.

  27. Object Number: 296575  Size: SH
  28. Rotate the throttle lever rearward.
  29. Snap the cruise control cable end to the throttle lever.
  30. Align cable and slide onto slot, locking tab must be snapped into position.
  31. Adjust the cruise control cable as needed. Refer to Cruise Control Cable Adjustment .

Cruise Control Cable Replacement with RPO NW9

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 296573  Size: SH
  1. Unsnap and remove the cruise control servo cable adjuster cover.

  2. Object Number: 296567  Size: SH
  3. Rotate the upper cam, and remove the cruise control cable slug from the servo cable adjuster.
  4. Unsnap the locking tab and remove the cable from the slot.

  5. Object Number: 296570  Size: SH
  6. Unsnap the cruise control cable (1) from the accelerator control cable clip (2).
  7. Remove the cruise control cable from under the accelerator/cruise control cable servo bracket.

  8. Object Number: 296579  Size: SH
  9. Remove the cruise control cable clip from the brake booster.
  10. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  11. Remove the left front bumper fascia lower deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement in Bumpers.

  12. Object Number: 296584  Size: SH
  13. Disconnect the cruise control cable rosebud clip from the brake pipe clip.

  14. Object Number: 296578  Size: SH
  15. Remove the cruise control module shield bolts and nut.
  16. Remove the cruise control shield.

  17. Object Number: 296583  Size: SH
  18. Unsnap and remove the cruise control module cover.

  19. Object Number: 296582  Size: SH
  20. Remove the cable locking retainer from the module.
  21. Compress the conduit tangs


    Object Number: 296577  Size: SH
  22. Pull the cruise control cable (4) out from the module (2).
  23. Unhook the cable bead (1) from the module ribbon (3)
  24. Remove the cruise control cable from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 296577  Size: SH
  1. Install the cruise control cable to the vehicle.
  2. Inspect the cable end to insure the O-ring is in place.
  3. Hook the cable bead (1) to the module ribbon (3).
  4. Remove the shipping retainer.
  5. Rotate the cable end if necessary, to straighten the ribbon.
  6. Pull the throttle body end of the cable until the cable is taut.
  7. Push the cable fitting end over the ribbon.

  8. Object Number: 296582  Size: SH
  9. Snap the cable end into the module.
  10. Ensure that the conduit tangs are engaged.
  11. Install the cable locking retainer to the module.

  12. Object Number: 296583  Size: SH
  13. Align the cruise control module cover over the cable and bracket.

  14. Object Number: 520743  Size: SH
  15. Snap the cover closed over the flanges on the bracket.

  16. Object Number: 296578  Size: SH
  17. Install the cruise control module shield.
  18. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  19. Install the cruise control module shield bolts and nut.
  20. Tighten

        • Tighten the cruise control module shield bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
        • Tighten the cruise control module shield nut to 27 N·m (20 lb ft).

    Object Number: 296584  Size: SH
  21. Connect the cruise control cable rosebud clip to the brake pipe clip.
  22. Install the left front bumper fascia lower deflector. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Air Deflector Replacement in Bumpers.
  23. Lower the vehicle.

  24. Object Number: 296579  Size: SH
  25. Install the cruise control cable clip to the brake booster.
  26. Install the cruise control cable under the accelerator/cruise control cable servo bracket.

  27. Object Number: 296570  Size: SH
  28. Snap the cruise control cable (1) into the accelerator control cable clip (2).

  29. Object Number: 296567  Size: SH
  30. Rotate the upper cam, and install the cruise control cable slug to the servo cable adjuster.
  31. Slide the cable onto the slot, ensure locking tab is snapped into position.

  32. Object Number: 296573  Size: SH
  33. Slide the cruise control servo cable adjuster cover down and snap into place.
  34. Adjust the cruise control cable as needed. Refer to Cruise Control Cable Adjustment .