Cruise Control Switch: Service and Repair

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations, precautions, and procedures in the SRS section before performing repairs or service.

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio, then write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then disconnect the positive cable, and wait at least three minutes.
3. Disconnect the airbag connector(s).

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

Driver's Side:
^ Remove the access panel from the steering wheel, then disconnect the 2P connector between the driver's airbag and cable reel.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

Front Passenger's Side ('95 - 96 models only):
^ Remove the glove box.
^ Disconnect the front passenger's 3P connector from the SRS main harness, and connect the short connector (RED) to the front passenger's airbag 3P connector.

4. Remove the dashboard lower cover and knee bolster.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

5. Disconnect the combination switch 18P connector from the main harness.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

6. Check for continuity between the terminals of the combination switch harness connector in each switch position according to the table.
^ If there is continuity, and it matches the table, the switch is OK.
^ If there is no continuity in one or both positions, go to step 7.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

7. Carefully remove the cruise control set/resume/cancel switch cover by prying between the cover and the switch in the sequence shown.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

8. Remove the two screws, and disconnect the 4P connector. Then remove the switch.

Set/Resume Switch Test/Replacement:

9. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
^ If there is continuity, and it matches the table, replace the cable reel.
^ If there is no continuity in one or both positions, replace the switch.
10. If all the tests prove OK, reconnect the battery cables, and enter the anti-theft code for the radio. Then enter the customer's radio station presets.