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.
2002 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 L5-2.7L DSL TurboFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cruise Control Switch: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
The speed control switch is mounted to the back of the multi-function switch. The multi-function switch must be removed first to gain access to the speed control switch mounting screw.
1. Remove and isolate negative battery cable from battery.
2. Remove multi-function switch. Refer to MultiFunction Switch Removal/Installation.
3. Remove switch mounting screw.
4. Remove speed control switch from multi-function switch.
5. Unplug pigtail electrical connector from instrument panel wiring harness.
INSTALLATION
The speed control switch is mounted to the back of the multi-function switch.
1. Position speed control switch to back of multifunction switch.
2. Install switch mounting screw. Refer to Torque Specifications. Install multi-function switch. Refer to Multi-Function Switch Removal/Installation.
3. Plug pigtail electrical connector into instrument panel wiring harness. Be sure wires are not pinched.
4. Install negative battery cable to battery.
Speed Control Switch Location:
The speed control switch is mounted to the back of the multi-function switch. The multi-function switch must be removed first to gain access to the speed control switch mounting screw.
1. Remove and isolate negative battery cable from battery.
2. Remove multi-function switch. Refer to MultiFunction Switch Removal/Installation.
Speed Control Switch Removal/Installation:
3. Remove switch mounting screw.
4. Remove speed control switch from multi-function switch.
5. Unplug pigtail electrical connector from instrument panel wiring harness.
INSTALLATION
The speed control switch is mounted to the back of the multi-function switch.
1. Position speed control switch to back of multifunction switch.
2. Install switch mounting screw. Refer to Torque Specifications. Install multi-function switch. Refer to Multi-Function Switch Removal/Installation.
3. Plug pigtail electrical connector into instrument panel wiring harness. Be sure wires are not pinched.
4. Install negative battery cable to battery.
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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.