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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1278 (CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESCRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONCOMPONENT TESTING
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6
Component Testing
2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Component Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
The cruise control ON/OFF switch must be ON in order to properly measure the resistance of the ON, SET -, and the RES + switches.
Steering Wheel Controls - Left
- Ignition OFF, remove the inflatable restraint steering wheel module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (Non-SS) or Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement (SS) .
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the steering wheel controls - left.
- Measure the resistance between terminals 4 and 5 (4 and 6 for the Cancel Switch) at the cruise control switch side of the connector. Individually activate and hold each cruise control function switch and compare the resistance reading to the values for the ON/OFF, SET -, the RES +, and the Cancel switches.
- If any of the resistance measurements for the OFF, ON, - SET, + RES, and Cancel switches are not within the listed resistance values, replace the steering wheel controls - left switch assembly.
| Function Switch | Minimum Resistance Value | Maximum Resistance Value |
|---|---|---|
| OFF | O.L. | O.L. |
| ON | 8.1k Ξ© | 8.4k Ξ© |
| SET - | 1.2k Ξ© | 1.4k Ξ© |
| RES + | 2.8k Ξ© | 3.0k Ξ© |
| Cancel | 0.0k Ξ© | 0.1k Ξ© |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.