CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM FAIL-SAFE CHART

Tech Tips

If the following conditions are detected while the cruise control is in operation, the system clears the stored vehicle speed in the ECM and cancels the cruise control operation.

Vehicle Condition Auto Cancel Condition Fail-safe Deactivation Condition
CRUISE main indicator light blinks

  • There is an open or short in the stop light switch circuit

  • There is a problem with the vehicle speed signal

  • There is a problem with the throttle position sensor or motor

 Turn the cruise control switch on again
CRUISE main indicator light blinks

  • There is a problem with the input circuit of the stop light switch circuit

  • There is a problem with the cancel circuit

  • Turn the cruise control switch on again

  • Turn the ignition switch off then ON again

CRUISE main indicator light remains on

(Cruise control is canceled)

Under the following conditions, the cruise control is canceled but the stored vehicle speed is maintained:


  • The vehicle speed is less than the low speed limit (approximately 40 km/h [25 mph]) while driving with the cruise control system in operation

  • The vehicle stability control system is operated

 Push the cruise control switch to +/RES

Under the following conditions, the cruise control is canceled but the stored vehicle speed is maintained:


  • The vehicle speed is less than the stored speed by approximately 16 km/h (10 mph) or more

 Push the cruise control switch to -/SET