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.
1996 Eagle Summit BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cruise Control Switch Function Test
NOTE:
If vehicle speed decreases approximately 9 MPH below set speed, set speed will be canceled.
- Cruise control switch is part of multifunction switch mounted on steering column. To operate cruise control system, turn cruise control switch to ON position. Ensure indicator light inside switch comes on.NOTE: Speed will not set beyond system limit of 90 MPH.
- With cruise control switch in ON position, drive vehicle 25-90 MPH. Press and release SET button. Vehicle speed should stay at set speed. Instrument cluster cruise indicator light should come on. To increase set speed, turn control switch to RESUME position and hold until new set speed is reached.
- To lower set speed, press SET button and hold until new set speed is reached. To return to set speed after cancellation, move RESUME switch to ON position. Vehicle speed should return to previous setting before cancellation. Set speed should cancel when any of the following occurs:
- Brake pedal is depressed.
- Clutch pedal is depressed.
- Cruise control cancel switch is activated.
- Cruise control main switch is turned to OFF position.
- Ignition switch is turned to OFF position.
- Transmission is shifted to Neutral or Park.
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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.
