Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.7 R, L31/KL8SECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the cruise control cable to the vehicle.
  2. Remove all bends and twists from the cruise control module ribbon and cable, by rotating until removed.
    Fig 1: Removing Bends & Twists From Cruise Control Module Ribbon & Cable
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    Important:

    • Do not twist the cruise control module ribbon (1).
    • Pull the cruise control cable (2) to verify retention to the ribbon (1).
  3. Attach the cruise control cable bead (2) to the cruise control module ribbon (1).
    Fig 2: Attaching Cruise Control Cable Bead To Cruise Control Module Ribbon
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  4. Check the orientation of the cruise control ribbon buckle to the cable end fitting.
    Fig 3: Checking Orientation Of Cruise Control Ribbon Buckle To Cable End Fitting
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  5. Slide the cruise control cable conduit over the ribbon.
    1. Install the tangs to the cruise control module housing.
    2. Ensure that the tangs snap securely into place.
    Fig 4: Sliding Cruise Control Cable Conduit Over Ribbon
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  6. Snap the cruise control cable engine-end fitting (2) over the stud (1) on the throttle cam lever.
    Fig 5: Snapping Cruise Control Cable Engine-End Fitting Over Stud On Throttle Cam Lever
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  7. Connect the cruise control cable conduit fitting to the round hole in the engine cable bracket.

    Ensure that the tabs snap securely into the hole.

    Fig 6: Connecting Cruise Control Cable Conduit Fitting To Round Hole In Engine Cable Bracket
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  8. Connect the cruise control cable locator clip to the rectangular hole in the routing bracket.
    1. Route the cruise control cable above the accelerator cable.
    2. Ensure that the clip snaps securely into place.
    Fig 7: Connecting Cruise Control Cable Locator Clip To Rectangular Hole In Routing Bracket
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  9. Connect the electrical connection to the cruise control servo module.
  10. Test the systems operation.
  11. Perform the Cruise Control System Functional Test. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM CHECK - CRUISE CONTROLΒ .
  12. Close hood.
    Fig 8: Connecting Electrical Connection To Cruise Control Servo Module
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