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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2002ELDORADO V8-4.6L VIN YREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISCRUISE CONTROLCRUISE CONTROL SERVO CABLESERVICE AND REPAIR
2002 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN Y
Cruise Control Servo Cable: Service and Repair
2002 Cadillac Eldorado V8-4.6L VIN YSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads, steeply graded roads, or in heavy traffic of heavy or varying volume. Failure to follow these CAUTIONS could possibly cause you to loose control of the vehicle and result In damage to the vehicle and personal injury.
1. Remove the cruise control cable from the retainer (1) at the left strut tower.
2. Disconnect the cruise control cable retainer (1) from the throttle body cam.
3. Disconnect the cruise control cable retainer (3) from the throttle body bracket.
4. Disconnect the cruise control cable (3) from the cruise control module (1). Rotate counter-clockwise the cable lock (3) until the cable disengages from the module housing (1).
5. Release the cable (2) from the connector on the module cord (4).
6. Remove the cruise control cable.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The nylon cord from the module must be flat. The cord must not be twisted.
1. Connect the cruise control cable (2) to the cruise control module cord connector (4).
2. Seat the cable end (3) into the module (1).
3. Rotate the cable (3) clockwise until the cable is locked to the module housing assembly (1).
4. Connect the cruise control cable retainer (3) to the throttle body bracket.
5. Connect the cruise control cable retainer (1) to the throttle body cam stud.
IMPORTANT: The cruise control cable does not require mechanical adjusting after the replacement. The cruise control module internally adjusts the cable. Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation for the complete operational details.
6. Install the cruise control cable to the retainer clip (1) on the left strut tower.
7. Secure the retainer clip.
CAUTION: Do not use the cruise control on slippery roads, steeply graded roads, or in heavy traffic of heavy or varying volume. Failure to follow these CAUTIONS could possibly cause you to loose control of the vehicle and result In damage to the vehicle and personal injury.
1. Remove the cruise control cable from the retainer (1) at the left strut tower.
2. Disconnect the cruise control cable retainer (1) from the throttle body cam.
3. Disconnect the cruise control cable retainer (3) from the throttle body bracket.
4. Disconnect the cruise control cable (3) from the cruise control module (1). Rotate counter-clockwise the cable lock (3) until the cable disengages from the module housing (1).
5. Release the cable (2) from the connector on the module cord (4).
6. Remove the cruise control cable.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: The nylon cord from the module must be flat. The cord must not be twisted.
1. Connect the cruise control cable (2) to the cruise control module cord connector (4).
2. Seat the cable end (3) into the module (1).
3. Rotate the cable (3) clockwise until the cable is locked to the module housing assembly (1).
4. Connect the cruise control cable retainer (3) to the throttle body bracket.
5. Connect the cruise control cable retainer (1) to the throttle body cam stud.
IMPORTANT: The cruise control cable does not require mechanical adjusting after the replacement. The cruise control module internally adjusts the cable. Refer to Cruise Control Description and Operation for the complete operational details.
6. Install the cruise control cable to the retainer clip (1) on the left strut tower.
7. Secure the retainer clip.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.