Throttle Cable Bracket (Carbureted Models)

Fig. 1 Shift cable adjuster assembly:

SHIFT CABLE

1. With engine off, remove console.
2. Shift to drive, then remove lock pin from cable adjuster, Fig. 1.
3. Ensure hole in adjuster is perfectly aligned with hole in shift cable.
4. If holes are not aligned, loosen locknut on shift cable and adjust as necessary.
5. Tighten locknut, then install lock pin on adjuster. If lock pin binds during installation, cable is still out of adjustment.
6. Start engine and check shift lever in all gears.

Fig. 2 Throttle control cable bracket adjustment. Exc. 1986-88 Accord w/fuel injected engine:

THROTTLE CABLE BRACKET

Carbureted Models & 1985 Accord W/Fuel Injection

1. Disconnect throttle control cable from bracket and control lever on transaxle.
2. Bend down tabs on locking plate and loosen bracket retaining bolts, Fig. 2.
3. Position adjusting tool between bracket and throttle control lever as shown in Fig. 2. Tool 07974-6890300 is designed to provide 83.5 mm (3.287 inches) clearance between throttle control lever and cable bracket when tool is installed as shown in Fig. 2.
4. Position bracket so that there is no binding between bracket and adjusting tool, then tighten retaining bolts while holding position of bracket.
5. Remove adjusting tool and bend locking tabs against retaining bolt heads.