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.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPLYMOUTH1984HORIZON BASE, 1.6 AREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 77 (SERVICING - A/T)ADJUSTMENTTHROTTLE CONTROL CABLE
1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 A
Throttle Control Cable
1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 ASECTION Throttle Control Cable
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1986 Plymouth Voyager, 1986 Dodge Mini Ram Van, and 1986 Dodge Caravan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ensure carburetor is not on fast idle cam (disconnect choke if necessary). Loosen adjustment bracket lock screw. Ensure bracket slides freely along full length of adjustment. See Fig 1 .
- Slide bracket to the left (toward engine) to the limit of its travel. Release bracket and move throttle lever fully to the right against its internal stop and tighten lock screw. This completes adjustment. Cable backlash is automatically removed.
- To check cable freedom of operation, move transaxle throttle lever forward and slowly release. Ensure cable returns to full rear position.
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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.