Cruise Control Servo Cable: Adjustments

1999 Ford Taurus V6-3.0L DOHC VIN SSECTION Adjustments
1. Remove retaining clip from actuator cable adjuster at throttle.
2. Make sure throttle is in fully closed position.
3. Pull on speed control actuator cable to take up slack. Loosen at least one notch so there is approximately 3 mm (0.118 inch) of slack in the speed control actuator cable.

CAUTION: The cable must not be pulled tight, otherwise speed control may not operate properly.

4. Insert speed control actuator cable retaining clip and snap into place.
5. Check that throttle linkage operates freely and smoothly.
RENDER: 1.0x

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