Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Cruise Control Disengaged
The engine control module (ECM) disengages the cruise control operation based on the signals from the following switches:
- The brake pedal position (BPP) sensor
- The cruise control On/Off switch
- The cruise control cancel switch
The body control module (BCM) determines when the cruise control cancel switch is activated. When the normally open cancel switch is closed, the BCM detects the predetermined voltage signal on the cruise control function switch circuit. The BCM sends a GMLAN serial data message to the ECM in order to disengage the cruise control system.
The BPP sensor is mounted on the brake pedal bracket. Pressing the brake pedal while the cruise control is engaged will disengage the Cruise Control system. The BCM monitors the BPP sensor signal circuit as the voltage signal increases, while the pedal reaches the fully applied position. The BCM sends a GMLAN serial data message to the ECM indicating the position of the brake pedal. For more information on the BPP sensor, refer to Exterior Lighting Systems Description and Operation and to Brake Pedal Position Sensor Calibration .
The Cruise Control System will also disengage when one of the following conditions exist:
- The cruise control On/Off switch is switched OFF.
- The ECM detects that a drive override function has been active for approximately 60 seconds.
When the Cruise Control System has been disengaged, the ECM sends a GMLAN serial data message to the instrument panel cluster (IPC) in order to turn OFF the Cruise Engaged indicator, and to the drive information center (DIC) in order to turn OFF the CRUISE SET TO ### message. The vehicle speed stored in the memory of the ECM will be erased when the cruise control On/Off button is turned OFF, or the ignition switch is turned OFF.
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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.