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Where do you remove the cruise control cable?

Where do you remove the cruise control cable?

On most domestic and import vehicles, in order to remove the cruise control cable from the servo, you’ll need to remove the servo itself from the vehicle. The servo is typically attached by two or three bolts to the firewall or to the side of the engine compartment as indicated in the image above.

What causes a cruise control cable to get stuck?

However, one of the more common symptoms is that the throttle pedal gets stuck due to the fact that the cruise control cable control arm attached to the throttle cable assembly on the throttle body either loses vacuum pressure from the control servo or the cable attachment breaks off, causing the throttle linkage to twist and stick open.

How is the cruise control cable attached to the servo?

Once the servo is removed, there are two clips that attach the cruise control cable to the servo. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, lift the two clips and pull the cruise control cable by the head (not the wire as it may strip).

How does the cruise control work in a car?

Speed sensors inside the transmission then relay information through the vehicle’s ECM and additional throttle is engaged or released based on the vehicle’s speed, navigating hills or different driving conditions.

On most domestic and import vehicles, in order to remove the cruise control cable from the servo, you’ll need to remove the servo itself from the vehicle. The servo is typically attached by two or three bolts to the firewall or to the side of the engine compartment as indicated in the image above.

However, one of the more common symptoms is that the throttle pedal gets stuck due to the fact that the cruise control cable control arm attached to the throttle cable assembly on the throttle body either loses vacuum pressure from the control servo or the cable attachment breaks off, causing the throttle linkage to twist and stick open.

Once the servo is removed, there are two clips that attach the cruise control cable to the servo. Using a small flat blade screwdriver, lift the two clips and pull the cruise control cable by the head (not the wire as it may strip).

Speed sensors inside the transmission then relay information through the vehicle’s ECM and additional throttle is engaged or released based on the vehicle’s speed, navigating hills or different driving conditions.

What to do if your Cruise Control Controller is defective?

Use the digital volt ohm meter to check the resistance of the servo solenoid windings. Check your service manual for the correct readings. Check for a vacuum leak at the servo. If the results of these checks are satisfactory, the controller is usually defective. Buy a new part at your local parts store or dealer.

Is the Ford Cruise Control System infallible?

The cruise control system in most Ford vehicles is pretty reliable. Still, it’s not infallible. You may experience problems with the cruise control module after years of use. When this happens, the only thing you can do is determine the problem.

Is there a direct cable to the throttle?

There is no direct cable that connects the pedal to the throttle of your vehicle. So often times this technology is called Drive by the Wire. Electronic Throttle Body Assembly for Colorado Impala Trailblazer Envoy Canyon.

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Ruth Doyle