The cruise control switch is an input to the engine control module (ECM). The ECM monitors the cruise control switch signal circuit in order to detect when a cruise control function has been requested. The ECM detects a specific voltage signal on the cruise control set/coast and resume/accelerate switch signal circuit when a cruise control function switch is activated, with each switch having a different predetermined voltage value.
| • | Engine is running. |
| • | Battery voltage is greater than 7.9956 voltage. |
| • | The ECM detects the switch is switching too quickly or stuck for too long. |
| • | The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will not illuminate. |
| • | The ECM will record operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fail. This information will be stored in the Freeze Frame and Failure Records buffers. |
| • | A history DTC is stored. |
| • | The A/C compressor operation will be disabled while the low voltage indication exists. |
| • | A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm up cycles without a fault. |
| • | DTC(s) can be cleared by using the scan tool. |
| • | Disconnecting the ECM battery feed for more than 10 seconds. |
Perform the following in order to avoid misdiagnosis:
| • | Rotate the steering wheel to both steering stops and activate each cruise control switch separately. With a scan too, observe the associated cruise control switch parameter. This will help eliminate the possibility of an internally open or shorted contact coil. |
| • | Ensure that the resume/accel switch is not stuck or sticking in the engaged position. |
The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.
Step | Action | Values | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? | -- | Go to Step 2 | |
Does the Cruise Resume/Accel. Switch parameter display On? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Diagnostic Aids | |
3 |
Does the Cruise Resume/Accel. Switch parameter display On? | -- | Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 5 |
4 | Test the cruise control resume/accel switch signal circuit for a short to voltage. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 6 |
5 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the cruise control switch. Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 8 |
6 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the engine control module (ECM). Did you find and correct the condition? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 7 |
7 | Replace the ECM. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- |
8 | Replace the cruise control switch. Did you complete the replacement? | -- | Go to Step 9 | -- |
9 |
Does the DTC reset? | -- | Go to Step 2 | System OK |