Cruise Control - Custom Cruise III Delayed Engagement
Number 85-9-8 Date 10/85Subject: CUSTOM CRUISE III DELAYED ENGAGEMENT
ALL 1984-5 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUSTOM CRUISE III
The Custom Cruise III system contains a built in delay feature when it is first turned on. Specifically, with this system, only after the multi-function lever switch has been in the "on" position for approximately one to two seconds will the cruise control system engage -- with depression of the set/coast button. The reason for this time delay is two fold:
^ It allows ample opportunity for the electronic control module (cruise controller) to correctly interpret vehicle speed.
^ Secondly, an important safety consideration is yielded as well. This same delay prevents the cruise controller from storing an uncalled-for "set" speed.
This built in delay could be misdiagnosed as a malfunctioning cruise control system.