Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra, 2002 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2002 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2002 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: The cruise control cable does not require mechanical adjusting after replacement. The cruise control module internally adjusts the cable. Refer to Cruise Control Description & Operation (Without ETC) , Cruise Control Description & Operation (With ETC) or Cruise Control Description & Operation (Diesel) for the complete operational details.

Remove the engine sight shield.
Disconnect the cruise control cable locator clip from the outboard rectangular hole in the routing bracket at the left front corner of the engine.
Disconnect the cruise control cable conduit fitting from the round hole in the engine cable bracket.
NOTE: Do not remove the C-clip from the cruise control connector. The C-clip was not designed for removal. Damage may occur when removing.

Fig 1: Cruise Control Connector C-Clip

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Disconnect the cruise control cable engine-end fitting from the stud on the throttle lever.
Disconnect the cruise control cable fitting from the cruise control module.

Fig 2: Cruise Control Cable Fitting At Cruise Control Module
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Disconnect the cruise control cable bead from the fitting on the cruise control module ribbon.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Cruise Control Cable Bead From Fitting On Cruise Control Module Ribbon

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Remove the cruise control cable from the vehicle.