Description & Operation: Notes
WARNING:
To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all SERVICE PRECAUTIONS and DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM procedures in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
article.
CAUTION:
When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES
article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery. Stepper Motor Cruise Control (SMCC) system operates a mechanical linkage to throttle by means of cruise control module. Cruise Control Module receives input from cruise control switch, brake switch, speed sensor and Powertrain Control Module (PCM). The cruise control module contains an electronic controller and electric stepper motor. Controller monitors vehicle speed and operates electric stepper motor. Responding to controller, stepper motor moves a connecting strap that is attached to cruise control cable. Cable moves throttle linkage to vary throttle position in order to maintain desired cruise speed.