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Closed Throttle Position Switch <--> [Throttle Full Close Switch] > < Throttle Cable/Linkage|Testing and Inspection
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Throttle Cable/Linkage: Adjustments

INSPECTION / ADJUSTMENT

1. Verify that the throttle valve is closed.
2. Measure the free play of throttle cable.

NOTE:  To measure the cable free play, push the cable into the housing and put a white mark on the cable at the end of the housing, then pull the
cable out and measure the distance from the white mark to the end of the cable housing.

Free play: 1.5-4.5 mm (0.06-0.17 in.)

Accelerator Cable Adjustment

3. If not within the specification, move white locking tab (A) to the unlock position.
4. Turn stopper (B) to the unlock position.

NOTE:  If stopper (B) will not unlock, it may be necessary to carefully bend tab (C) out using a suitable tool.

5. To adjust the free play, push or pull the throttle cable housing directly behind the spring.
6. Turn stopper (B) to the lock position.
7. Re measure the throttle cable free play making sure that it is within the specification.
8. Move white locking tab (A) to the locked position.
9. Confirm correct accelerator operation.

Closed Throttle Position Switch <--> [Throttle Full Close Switch] > < Throttle Cable/Linkage|Testing and Inspection