How does the kickdown cable work?
One component that helps both drive systems communicate is the kickdown cable. This device helps the engine relay information on revolutions per minute (RPM) to the automatic transmission and essentially tells it that it’s time to shift gears.
How to adjust the kickdown cable on a Turbo 350?
The coordination of these two cables is essential for proper operation of the kickdown function. You can adjust the kickdown cable with the aid of a helper and basic automotive knowledge.
Do you need a kick down cable for an automatic transmission?
If you don’t mind manual downshifts under load, your transmission can actually operate without a kickdown cable. On certain automatic transmissions with a vacuum modulator (including Powerglide, TH-350, C-4, and C-6), the kickdown cable tells your transmission to shift into a lower gear when you start climbing a hill or passing at highway speed.
What kind of kickdown cable do I Need?
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Where do you adjust the kick down Cable?
Step 13: Adjust the kickdown cable. With the kickdown cable replaced, it is necessary to adjust it. This is accomplished at the carburetor/throttle body end of the cable, at the mounting bracket connector. On the side of the kickdown cable’s outer case there is a button you will need to depress.
How to install o.e.cable for kickdown?
Correct installation requires THROTTLE LEVER ADAPTER to be cut as O.E. application. (as seen in page before). Enlarge hole indicated by arrow (see Figure 9A) to 5/16″. Install O.E. accelerator cable stud & nut through enlarged hole in carburetor lever and THROTTLE LEVER ADAPTER.
How to reinstall throttle cable with kickdown cable?
Push stud back into O.E. throttle bracket hole and reinstall vehicles original throttle cable, reusing O.E. cable clamp and nut. (see Figure 5C) Step 1. With BPE part # 3395]
What are the symptoms of a bad kickdown cable?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Kickdown Cable 1 The transmission shifts hard. 2 The car shifts early and fast. 3 The transmission shifts slow and late.