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Servo/Actuator Cable

NOTE: The speed control servo/actuator cable is adjustable on vehicles equipped with 2.0L SPI engine only. Cable is not adjustable on vehicles equipped with 2.0L ZETEC engine. Vehicles equipped with SPI engine are identified by "P" as eighth character of VIN and ZETEC by "3" as eighth character of VIN.

Disconnect speed control servo/actuator cable from throttle control lever. Remove speed control servo/actuator cable adjuster clip from cable adjuster. See Fig 1. Ensure throttle is fully closed. Adjust speed control servo/actuator cable until free play is .04-.12" (1.0-3.0 mm). Install speed control servo/actuator cable adjuster clip. Ensure throttle linkage operates freely and smoothly.

Fig 1: Adjusting Speed Control Actuator Cable (2.0L SPI)
G00107997Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.