Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Buick Regal and 2004 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Disconnect the cable adjuster lock.

Fig 1: Cruise Control Cable At Cruise Control Module

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Rotate the cruise control cable counterclockwise.
Remove the cruise control cable from the cruise control module.
Remove the cruise control cable from the cruise control module strap.

Fig 2: Accelerator Cable To Retaining Clips

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Remove the cruise control cable from the cruise control cable retainers.

Fig 3: Cruise Control Cable At Control Retainers

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Remove the cruise control cable from the throttle lever and the accelerator control cable bracket.
Remove the cruise control cable from the engine.

Fig 4: Identifying Accelerator Cables

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