Restore proper automatic kickdown operation on your 1966-1968 Ford Mustang with a C4 transmission and 289 or 302 V8 using this automatic kickdown cable. This OE-spec replacement installs between the butterfly arm on the carburetor and the kickdown lever on the automatic transmission to support proper downshift response.
- Fits 1966-1968 Ford Mustang applications with C4 transmission and 289 or 302 V8 engine
- Automatic kickdown cable
- OE-spec replacement installs between the butterfly arm on the carburetor and kickdown lever on the automatic transmission
- Mechanically downshifts the transmission when sudden wide open throttle is reached during normal cruise conditions
- Supports downshift response when needing to pass another car
- Restores original functionality when replacing a failed or aging component
- Useful when replacing a failed, aging, worn, stretched, damaged, missing, seized, or incorrect kickdown cable
- Box measures 11 in. L x 1 in. W x 1 in. H
The automatic kickdown cable connects the carburetor butterfly arm to the kickdown lever on the C4 automatic transmission. On 1966-1968 Mustang applications with a 289 or 302 V8, it mechanically signals the transmission to downshift during sudden wide open throttle conditions, such as passing during normal cruising.
Replacing a failed, aging, worn, stretched, damaged, missing, seized, or incorrect kickdown cable helps restore original downshift functionality and drivability. This OE-spec replacement is a practical part for automatic transmission service, carburetor linkage repair, or classic Mustang restoration.
Restore C4 automatic kickdown response on your 1966-1968 Mustang 289 or 302 V8 with this OE-spec cable for the carburetor-to-transmission linkage.
| Product Fitment |
| Make |
Ford |
| Model |
Mustang |
| Year Range |
1966-1968 |
| Engine Fitment |
289 / 302 V8 |
| Transmission Fitment |
C4 automatic transmission |
| Connection Points |
Carburetor butterfly arm to automatic transmission kickdown lever |
| System |
Automatic transmission kickdown linkage |
| Fitment Style |
OE-spec replacement |
| Application |
1966-1968 Ford Mustang |
| Product Specs |
| Product Type |
Automatic Kickdown Cable |
| Transmission Fitment |
C4 automatic transmission |
| Engine Fitment |
289 / 302 V8 |
| Connection Points |
Butterfly arm on carburetor to kickdown lever on automatic transmission |
| Function |
Mechanically downshifts the transmission when sudden wide open throttle is reached during normal cruise conditions |
| Driving Benefit |
Supports downshift response when needing to pass another car |
| Fitment Style |
OE-spec replacement |
| Restoration Benefit |
Restores original functionality when replacing a failed or aging component |
| Replacement Use |
Replaces failed, aging, worn, stretched, damaged, missing, seized, or incorrect kickdown cables |
| Box Dimensions |
11 in. L x 1 in. W x 1 in. H |
| Approximate Weight |
0.1 lb. |
