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Accelerator Cable

  1. With engine at normal operating temperature, adjust accelerator cable. Loosen lock nut and adjusting nut. Remove any sharp bends from cable.
  2. Turn adjusting nut to a point where throttle lever just starts to move. Then back nut off 1/2 turn. Secure with lock nut. See Fig 1 . After adjustment, operate accelerator pedal to ensure throttle valve operates smoothly from fully closed to fully opened position.
Fig 1: Accelerator Cable Adjustment
G34471Courtesy of CHRYSLER MOTORS.
Fig 2: Disassembling Mikuni Carburetor
G62252Courtesy of CHRYSLER MOTORS.