Cruise Control Systems: Description
WARNING:
Deactivate air bag system before performing any service operation involving steering column components. See AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article. For 2002, see AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS
article. DO NOT apply electrical power to any component on steering column without first deactivating air bag system. Air bag may deploy.
Cruise control is a speed control system that maintains a desired vehicle speed under normal driving conditions. Steep grades may cause variations in selected speeds. System has capability to cruise, coast, resume speed, accelerate, and "tap-up" and "tap-down".
The main components of the cruise control system include the Cruise Control Module (CCM), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), cruise control switch, Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS), cruise control clutch switch (M/T), cruise control brake switch and brake switch.