Clutch Electrical Release Switch Operation

1990 Chevrolet Step Van 6.2 J, Automatic, 3L80-HD/M40SECTION Clutch Electrical Release Switch Operation

In addition to braking disengagement, vehicles with manual transmission use clutch electrical release switch to disengage system.

When clutch pedal is pressed, electrical release switch interrupts current to cruise control module, causing system to disengage.

Fig 1: Typical Brake Electrical & Vacuum Release Switch/Valve
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