Cruise Control Inhibited

2011 Cadillac CTS V, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Cruise Control Inhibited

The engine control module (ECM) inhibits the cruise control operation when any of the following conditions exist:

  • The ECM has not detected a brake pedal activation from the body control module (BCM).
  • A cruise control system DTC has been set.
  • The vehicle speed is less than 40.2 km/h (25 mph).
  • The vehicle speed is too high.
  • The vehicle is in PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL, or 1st gear.
  • The engine RPM is low.
  • The engine RPM is high.
  • The system voltage is not between 9 volts and 16 volts.
  • The antilock brake system (ABS)/traction control system (TCS) is active for more than 2 seconds.
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