Actuator Cable
- Ensure actuator cable operates smoothly without binding or sticking. Start and warm engine to normal operating temperature (radiator fans will come on twice). Measure actuator rod movement before cable pulls on accelerator lever (engine speed starts to increase). This is amount of cable free play. See Fig 1
. Cable free play should be 0.39-.49" (9.5-12.5 mm).
- If free play is not as specified, loosen lock nut and turn adjusting nut as necessary. Tighten lock nut and recheck free play. If necessary, check throttle cable free play.
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