Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Disconnect the cruise control cable bead from the fitting on the cruise control module ribbon.
- Remove the cruise control cable from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.