Cruise Control: Adjustments

NOTE: The release switch assembly must be adjusted at the same time the stop lamp and Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) switch is adjusted.

NOTE: The clutch switch assembly or clutch anticipate switch assembly cannot be adjusted until clutch pedal assembly is installed. Proper stop lamp switch adjustment is essential. improper adjustment will cause brake drag and excessive brake lining wear.

Refer to Fig. 36 when performing this procedure.

1. Depress brake pedal or clutch pedal and insert release switch assembly, stop lamp and TCC switch assembly and clutch switch or clutch anticipate switch assembly into pedal assembly with bracket until retainer on release switch stop lamp and TCC switch assembly and clutch switch or clutch anticipate switch assembly is fully seated.

2. Ensure proper amount of force is applied to brake pedal assembly during adjustment. Excessive force could damage vacuum booster, too little force could result in brakes dragging.

3. Slowly pull brake or clutch pedal rearward with 50 pounds of force until click sounds can no longer be heard. Release switch assembly, stop lamp and TCC switch assembly and clutch switch or clutch anticipate switch will have moved retainers to their original positions.


4. Release switch and stop lamp and TCC switch contacts should be open at 1 inch or less of pedal travel and occur at same time or before beginning of braking. The brake pedal can travel up to 1 inch before cruise control disengages.