Adjusting main shut-off flap cable

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Install fresh air/heater control assembly in instrument panel, refer to HEATER BOX/EVAPORATOR HOUSING, ASSEMBLY .
Adjust fresh air blower switch -E9- to stop at position "0".
Connect main shut-off flap cable (black sleeve) to main shut-off flap lever.
Push lever in direction of arrow to stop.
Hold lever in this position and install cable retaining clip.

Fig 1: Adjusting Main Shut-Off Flap Cable
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