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.
2000 Jeep TJ (CANADA) L4-2.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Cruise Control Switch: Service and Repair
WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO DIAGNOSE, REMOVE OR INSTALL ANY AIRBAG SYSTEM OR ELATED STEERING WHEEL AND STEERING COLUMN COMPONENTS YOU MUST FIRST DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE. WAIT 2 MINUTES FOR SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE FURTHER SYSTEM SERVICE. FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL DEPLOYMENT AND P0SSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable from battery.
2. Remove airbag module. Refer to Passive Restraint Systems.
3. From underside of steering wheel, remove speed control switch mounting screw.
4. Remove switch from steering wheel and unplug electrical connector.
INSTALLATION
1. Plug electrical connector into switch.
2. Position switch to steering wheel.
3. Install switch mounting screw and tighten to 1.5 Nm (14 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install airbag module. Refer to Passive Restraint Systems.
5. Connect negative battery cable to battery.
REMOVAL
1. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable from battery.
2. Remove airbag module. Refer to Passive Restraint Systems.
Speed Control Switch Remove/Install:
3. From underside of steering wheel, remove speed control switch mounting screw.
4. Remove switch from steering wheel and unplug electrical connector.
INSTALLATION
1. Plug electrical connector into switch.
2. Position switch to steering wheel.
3. Install switch mounting screw and tighten to 1.5 Nm (14 in. lbs.) torque.
4. Install airbag module. Refer to Passive Restraint Systems.
5. Connect 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.