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Speed Control Cable

NOTE: Ensure the speed control cable is not twisted or kinked. Replace the speed control cable if necessary. See SPEED CONTROL CABLE  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Do not pull excessively on the speed control cable during adjustments.
  1. Confirm that the accelerator cable is properly adjusted. See ACCELERATOR CABLE  .
  2. Turn the adjusting nut until the throttle is in the fully closed position and the adjusting nut is against the speed control/accelerator bracket. See Fig 1 .
  3. Turn the adjusting nut 0.5 to 1 turn counterclockwise.
  4. Tighten the speed control cable locknut securely.
  5. Test the speed control system for proper operation. See ROAD TEST INSPECTION  under TROUBLESHOOTING.
Fig 1: Adjusting Speed Control Cable
G00099126Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.