Description & Operation: Notes

Throttle plate position is controlled by vacuum-powered actuator assembly located in engine compartment. Valve assembly consists of a vacuum valve, vent valve and safety valve. See Fig 1 . See ELECTRICAL COMPONENT LOCATIONS . Based on inputs from system components, cruise control unit sends signals to solenoid-operated valves in valve assembly.

Speed cannot be set if vehicle speed is less than 25 MPH. Control unit disengages system if engine speed is 6000 RPM or more, or if control unit receives a signal indicating one or more of the following conditions exist:

Main Switch Is Turned Off
Brake Pedal Is Pressed
Transmission Is In Neutral (A/T)
Clutch Pedal Is Pressed (M/T)

Fig 1: Cruise Control Component ID

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Fig 2: Locating Cruise Control Components

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Fig 3: Locating Cruise Control Components

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