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Cruise Control - A Shock Feeling

ELECTRICAL
EL008-00

Title:
CRUISE CONTROL SHOCK

Models:
'00 Celica

August 4, 2000

Introduction
A new cruise control computer has been developed for the 2000 model year Celica. The new computer significantly reduces a shock feeling which may occur when using the cruise control during a long drive. To address this condition, replace the cruise control ECU and perform the cable adjustment as shown in this bulletin.

Applicable Vehicles

^ 2000 model year Celica equipped with cruise control produced prior to the VINs





Production Change Information





Parts Information





Warranty Information

Applicable Warranty *:
This repair is covered under the Toyota Basic Warranty. This warranty is in effect for 36 months or 36,000 miles, whichever occurs first, from the vehicle's in-service date.

* Warranty application is limited to correction of a problem based upon a customer's specific complaint.

Repair Procedure

1. Replace cruise control ECU. Perform the cable adjustment procedure as necessary.

2. Confirm cable free play:

A. Eliminate stack of inner cable by pushing it towards the actuator until it stops. While the cable is held tight, mark the position of the cable by using tape.

B. Pull the inner cable toward the throttle cam and measure the free play between the tape mark and the outer cable tip.

3. Adjust the cable free play:





A. Loosen the throttle cam side lock nut and adjust the free play to 1 or 2 mm. (Please refer to illustration.)

B. Tighten the actuator side lock nut.
Torque: 12 Nm/8 ft lbs

C. Confirm free play of 1 to 2 mm.