WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Subaru Outback, 2003 Subaru Legacy, and 2003 Subaru Baja. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Accelerator Cable
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Check movement of the accelerator cable when the cruise control throttle is moved by hand. If NG, check throttle cam.