Throttle cable

Asked by Phyllis Nov 20, 2017 at 11:22 PM about the 1970 Volkswagen Beetle

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 1970 Volkswagen Bug and the
throttle cable keeps breaking off

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LIFTMEUP answered 6 years ago

Make sure who ever is replacing the cable that the entire new cable has grease on it before is is inserted in the sheathing....

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GuruYKZDV answered 6 years ago

Check to make sure the engine is properly grounded to the body. If there is not a proper ground, the throttle cable will try to complete the ground thus getting hot and burning.

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Wormsie answered 4 years ago

I have a 1974 Beetle and the throttle cable keeps coming off. It doesn't break but slips off. Do I need a new cable or what can I do to keep it on? Please help.

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