Circuit Operation

Cruise Control is a speed control system that maintains a desired vehicle speed under normal driving conditions. However, steep grades up or down may cause variations in the selected speeds. The electronic cruise control system has the capability to cruise, coast, resume speed, accelerate, and "tap-up" and "tap-down."

An Electronic Controller and Electric Motor are contained in the Cruise Control Module. The controller monitors vehicle speed and operates the electric motor. In response to the Controller, the motor moves a connecting strap that is attached to the Cruise Control Cable. The Cable moves the throttle linkage to vary throttle position in order to maintain the desired cruise speed. The Cruise Control Module contains a low speed limit which will prevent system engagement below a minimum speed of approximately 40 kph (25 mph). The module is controlled by mode control switches located on the MultiFunction Lever. Cruise Control is in "standby disabled" mode until all conditions inconsistent with Cruise Control operation are cleared.

With the Ignition Switch in "RUN," battery voltage is applied to terminal "F" of the Cruise Control Module. When the Slider Switch is moved to the "ON" position, battery voltage is applied to terminal "A" of the Cruise Control Module Connector. If the brake pedal is not depressed, battery voltage is present at module terminal "D." If the brake pedal is depressed, battery voltage is present at module terminal "G."

Terminal "G" must have current flow for the cruise to operate (disable) properly. When the Slider Switch is moved to the R/A position, battery voltage is applied to terminal "C" of the Module. With the Set Switch depressed, battery voltage is present at module terminal "B." Cruise Control Module Connector terminal "K" is the speed signal terminal. In operation, voltage will oscillate between a high equal to the battery voltage and a low of 0.5 volts. Ground is at Module terminal "E." Terminal "J" is used to signal the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) when Cruise Control is engaged. The PCM will then determine the correct shift pattern for the transaxle. Terminal "H" is used by the PCM to "Inhibit" Cruise Control when conditions not consistent with cruise operation are present.

The PCM will "inhibit" Cruise Control when:
^ The engine is off.
^ An automatic transaxle is in "PARK" or "NEUTRAL."
^ A manual transaxle is out of gear (in "NEUTRAL").
^ There is high engine rpm (fuel cut-off).
^ There is high vehicle speed (fuel cut-off).
^ The PCM sets certain DTC's or other failure records. Refer Diagnostic System Check. Computers and Control Systems