Cruise Control Switch Function Test

1996 Eagle Summit Wagon AWD, AutomaticSECTION Cruise Control Switch Function Test
NOTE: If vehicle speed decreases approximately 9 MPH below set speed, set speed will be canceled.
  1. Cruise control switch is mounted on steering column. To operate cruise control system, turn ignition on. Turn main cruise control switch to ON position. Ensure switch indicator light comes on.
    NOTE: Speed will not set beyond system limit of 90 MPH.
  2. Drive vehicle between 25 and 90 MPH. Move cruise control switch lever to set position. Vehicle speed should stay at set speed. To increase set speed, turn control switch to RESUME position and hold until new set speed is reached.
  3. 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 from ON to OFF position. Vehicle speed should return to previous setting before cancellation. Set speed should cancel when any of the following occurs:
    • Brake pedal is pressed.
    • Cancel switch is activated.
    • Clutch pedal is depressed.
    • Transmission is shifted to Neutral or Park.
    • Cruise control main switch is turned to OFF position.
    • Ignition switch is turned to OFF position.
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