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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1998SUBURBAN K2500, 7.4 J, PART TIMEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 540 (CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCRUISE RELEASE SWITCH REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part Time

Installation Procedure

1998 Chevrolet Suburban K2500, 7.4 J, Part TimeSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Aztek and 2003 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the cruise control release switch electrical connector.
With the electrical connector index notch at the 10 o'clock position, install the cruise control release switch to the retainer.
Important: Do NOT move or push the brake pedal.
Slide the switch into the retainer until the plunger is fully depressed into the barrel.

Fig 1: Installing Cruise Control Release Switch Electrical Connector
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Rotate the cruise control release switch clockwise until the travel stop has been reached (approximately 60 degrees). The electrical connector index notch should now be at the 12 o'clock position.
Ensure that the cruise control system operates properly.
Install the left side instrument panel insulator.
Refer to CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT -- LEFT .

Fig 2: Rotating Cruise Control Release Switch Clockwise
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.