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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008TRIBUTE S SPORT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 786 (CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM)SPEED CONTROL ACTUATORREMOVAL

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Speed Control Actuator: Removal

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Speed Control Actuator With Torque Specifications

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. See BATTERY DISCONNECT .

Fig 2: Rotating Cruise Control Cable Cap
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Press the locking tab and rotate the cruise control cable cap to remove.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Cruise Control Cable From Cruise Control Actuator Pulley
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Disconnect the cruise control cable from the cruise control actuator pulley.
1. Gently push the retaining spring.
2. Disconnect the cruise control cable slug from the cruise control actuator pulley.
  
  Fig 4: Removing Cruise Control Actuator Assembly With Torque Specifications
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the cruise control actuator assembly.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Separate the wire harness from the bracket.
3. Remove the nuts.
  
  Fig 5: Removing Bolts And Separate Cruise Control Actuator From Bracket With Torque Specifications
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the bolts and separate the cruise control actuator from the bracket.

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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.