Throttle Cable/Linkage: Service and Repair

Installation
1. Fully open the throttle valve, then install the throttle cable in the throttle linkage and install the cable housing in the cable bracket.

Throttle Cable Installation:

2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature (the radiator fan comes on).
3. Hold the cable sheath, removing all slack from the cable.
4. Turn the adjusting nut until it is 3 mm (0.12 in.) away from the cable bracket.

Throttle Cable Locknut:

5. Tighten the locknut. The cable deflection should now be 10-12 mm (0.39-0.47 in.). If not, see inspection/adjustment.