Explorer Sport Trac 4WD V6-245 4.0L SOHC VIN K SFI (2001)
Clean the cable if necessary, then using a suitable marking device, mark the strand cover at the point where the cover enters the notched cable
housing. See Figure 4.
5.
Disconnect the speed control cable connector from the throttle body cam by pulling the connector upward. See Figure 4.
6.
CAUTION: When performing the following check, you will be instructed to pull the connector taut. Use only your hand to pull the connector. DO
NOT use any type of tool to do this or damage to the cable may occur.
CAUTION:
Do not grasp the cable so tightly that you will kink the cable.
NOTE:
When pulling the connector, the strand cover may or may not be pulled out of the notched cable housing. For the purpose of this inspection,
either is acceptable.
NOTE:
The following check can be made using either the 4 mm checking gauge supplied to each dealership or a Vernier caliper (analog dial or
electronic LCD display).
Pull the connector taut (toward the front of the vehicle). See Figure 5.
A)
If the strand cover does not pull out of the notched cable housing, no further service is required. Reattach the connector to the throttle body
cam, install the snow/ice shield and release the vehicle.
