For 1990-2009 cars

### Circuit Description

The cruise control release switch is a normally closed switch. When the cruise control release switch is closed, (brake pedal released) the PCM senses ignition voltage on the cruise control release switch signal circuit.

If the PCM senses a voltage on the cruise control release switch signal circuit when the cruise release switch should be open, this DTC sets.

### Conditions for Running the DTC

• | The engine speed is greater than 700 RPM.

• | The engine operates for greater than 2 seconds.

• | The wheel speed is greater than 48 km/h (30 mph) in order to enable the diagnostic. The diagnostic disables when the wheel speed is below 16 km/h (10 mph).

### Conditions for Setting the DTC

• | The PCM detects voltage on the cruise control release switch circuit when the cruise release switch should be open.

• | All above conditions are present for 1.5 seconds.

### Action Taken When the DTC Sets

• | The powertrain control module (PCM) stores the DTC information into memory when the diagnostic runs and fails.

• | The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) will not illuminate.

• | The PCM records the operating conditions at the time the diagnostic fails. The PCM stores this information in the Failure Records.

### Conditions for Clearing the DTC

• | A last test failed, or current DTC, clears when the diagnostic runs and does not fail.

• | A history DTC will clear after 40 consecutive warm-up cycles, if no failures are reported by this or any other non-emission related diagnostic.

• | Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTC.

### Diagnostic Aids

Important:

• | Remove any debris from the PCM connector surfaces before servicing the PCM. Inspect the PCM connector gaskets when diagnosing/replacing the modules. Ensure that the gaskets are installed correctly. The gaskets prevent contaminate intrusion into the PCM.

• | For any test that requires probing the PCM or a component harness connector, use the Connector Test Adapter Kit J 35616 . Using this kit prevents damage to the harness/component terminals. Refer to Using Connector Test Adapters in Wiring Systems.

• | Test drive the vehicle if a switch or circuit condition cannot be located. An intermittent condition may be duplicated during a test drive.

• | For an intermittent, refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

### Test Description

The numbers below refer to the step numbers on the diagnostic table.

1. This step determines if the fault is present.

Step | Action | Yes | No
--- | --- | --- | ---
Schematic Reference: Cruise Control Schematics
1 | Did you perform A Diagnostic System Check - Cruise Control? | Go to Step 2 | Go to Diagnostic System Check - Cruise Control
2 |

1. Connect a scan tool.
2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
3. Monitor the cruise control release switch parameter in the PCM data list.

Does the brake switch parameter indicate Applied?

Go to Step 3

Go to Diagnostic Aids

3 |

1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the cruise control release switch.
3. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
4. Observe the cruise control release switch parameter in the PCM data list.

Does the cruise control release switch parameter indicate Released?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 4

4 | Test the cruise control release switch signal circuit for a short to voltage. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 7
5 | Inspect the cruise control release switch for proper adjustment. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 6
6 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the cruise control release switch. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 8
7 | Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition? | Go to Step 10 | Go to Step 9
8 | Replace the cruise control release switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes. Did you complete the repair? | Go to Step 10 | --
9 | Important: Program the replacement PCM. Refer to Engine Control Module Programming Procedure in Engine Controls. Replace the PCM. Refer to Engine Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls. Is the action complete? | Go to Step 10 | --
10 |

1. Use a scan tool in order to clear the DTCs.
2. Operate the vehicle within the Conditions for Running the DTC as specified in the supporting text.

Does the DTC reset?

Go to Step 2

System OK