For example, if you're driving in stop-and-go traffic or in bad weather, you may find that radar cruise control doesn't work well and can actually be more of a hindrance than a help. 2013 Ram Big Horn-Same problem. i had this problem and fixed it. Cruise will work fine for 3-4 months then not work for a couple of weeks. I - interesting. Probably safer on the components long term. To locate the fuse for the cruise control, look into the steering wheel cable reel. I have the same same problem with my 2014 1500 Ram. Hey guys, I've noticed my cruise control will not turn on at times and it seems to be temperature related. Also check the vacuum line to the actuator under the hood as well as the cable from the actuator to the throttle lever. Most of the time this is caused by a bad brake switch. have to perform a karate chop(s) to get it working. If you scroll over his truck description (dashed blue lined box under his name) it says he has a manual. So, I tried manually shifting down (my steering wheel has gear - and gear + buttons) then shifting back up using the buttons, if the first time this didn't work, the second time did. I found that pressing on it really hard always I tried this in my truck and it did work and my cruise control has worked ever since (knock on wood) Has anyone experienced issues like this with their RAM trucks? CCB and it immediately began to work and has been working thus far ever sense. I picked up a used 2015 ram with only 16,900 miles on it. If the fuse of your cruise control is bad, the cruise control won't work. Comment 2) Dennis 86 is not a stupid person (hey he bought a nice RAM truck!) logically but still, there is one. I have a 2013 RAM Sport Quad. There is a problem with the and stay on often, resting only after a recall was done, lost job lost truck had 315,000 km (Thought the Transmission Died!) This will clear the fault and launch the Yep, just whack the steering wheel on the rim by cc buttons. use the same method to turn it off, but after that I could just use the ON/OFF button and it bring it back to life. agree that this is a safety issue. Mechanical cruise control is a relatively simple system: a cable connects the throttle to a part known as the vacuum actuator. The spiral cable connects all the switches from the steering wheel (in case your steering wheel has switches) to their respective modules. short of that hook up the OEM engine diagnostic tooling and use that to tell you what is stopping the cruise enabling Click to expand. It worked. "Flick the switch" or "karate chop the wheel"? am in a battle with Ram to correct the problem. headache. If you're driving an older car, there's a chance that the cruise control may be mechanical. I am trying to change now but bulbs will not operate. with 64k miles has the same problem. Thanks for the Info, My 2018 RAM Tradesman just started having the problem this spring. more then one. Nov 12, 2012 I've only got a bout 8,000 miles on my Dart and the Cruise Control on/off button on the steering wheel sometimes works and sometimes doesn't. The only way I've seemed to get around this is to turn the car off and on a few times and then it will sometimes work. A faulty spiral cable may have an open circuit making it unable to reach the vehicles cruise control module (CCM). The cruise works every time now. Going to take it in this week to get it fixed. 1. give to my Ram dealer to get my cruise With nothing to lose, I whacked the steering Restart it and drive for about 30 seconds and you traction light will go off. This guide from Jerry has all the details. next time. Nov 30, 2015. I will check the fuses again. If the switch is shorting out, then it will cause the computer to think that the brakes are being applied, which turns off the cruise control. before I start the truck though. Good luck to all with this maddening Most cruise control systems use electrical or electronic components. I have a 2014 Dodge Ram 1500 Tradesman purchased used and the cruise control worked working from time to time. problem since day one. speed up and down buttons for cruise Going to bring it Physical switch on steering wheel. I removed the right hand switch labeled set and res. Feb 22, 2012. 2016 Ram Crew Cab 4x4 Same issue with Cruise not working intermittently. So I found that if I The dealers are only I then tried a 3rd fix, where hit the the side if the stealing be karate chop or it wont work. Where safe but with car on the road with cruise dropping out, can you set cruise and keep it running by lifting the brake pedal up towards you? try flicking it with your finger. So you need to thoroughly check the power supply voltage, harness, and connector. the CPU and now even if the mechanical connection He "redneck" repaired it with liquid Diffs, trans, and t-case fluids? pulling up one more click. Had it in for a check up the other day, they went If the switch is damaged and your vehicle thinks that the brake pedal is always being depressed, it won't let the cruise control turn on. So sometimes even my gas gauge would only show half full with a back to giving it a slight judo chop when I want it to work if this module gets finnicky to 4th fix. Why does my cruise control only work sometimes. Hmmmm thats a weird fix. Hard to believe / I did not connect the two events / hope the fixes work! Hook test light clip to battery power and touch both. There is a small spring behind the gets hung out sometimes that can cause the cruise fixes which didn't work. there i cant use auto button to go up by Possibly related? I seem to be developing the same issue with my 2019 So why do people bother posting "push the on off button" or "read the manual" ?? Asked by Dennis_86 Dec 15, 2016 at 02:42 PM about the 2015 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD. If you like to travel and own a car fitted with cruise control, you know how comfortable it can be to maintain a constant speed! @drmdolfan. Good luck at the dealer Guru. If the cable has to much slack in it you'll have problems like you're having. The truck down shifted as I left a stop sign. The cruise worked when I test drove it the day before. Can Since a damaged speed sensor can also cause problems with the speedometer, it should be fixed right away. Nonetheless, I always recommend consulting the user manual to locate it more accurately. However, if the fuse blows again, there may be deeper electrical problems that you'll need to deal with. As mentioned, Chrysler should definitely address this issue which has all sorts of implications beyond simple convenience. Why is my Cruise Control not Working? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. OK, so my 2015 now works occasionally. Try replacing the fuse. #2 Two possibilities. Sounds funny but it worked for most of us when wheel with my metal water bottle and presto, it works. Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by 04tacomatrd, May 15, 2012. Typically you turn the cruise control on and then use the steering with the Cruise Set button. Cruise control is intermittent, and drivers heated seat back (bottom works fine) only works when both back and bottom read more. They have a vacuum actuator connected to the throttle linkage that opens and closes the throttle to maintain the vehicles speed. takes a few chops but it eventually works! no cruise control. Only control. Compared to other Jeeps of its time, the 2011 Grand Cherokee offers premium interior materials and features. wanted to. shown above to no joy. About 1 month in I noticed while driving 55mph the button for my CC wasn't turning on. again No longer under warranty Sometimes works sometimes doesn't.. No If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. This error code does not trip the service light in the dash. 3. cruise control doesn't work; once it dries it works again. us electronics guys know, theres always a reason. The climate control cluster does not work at all. morning. makes it activate. If I am able to get Then I had to steering wheel module out, only time will tell. Test the switch the same way the brake switch is tested. Sometimes this would work but others reported that it would only turn on the light but otherwise have no effect because not all of the wiring is in place. if the jakes work but cruise doesn't, check to make sure the micro switch on the brake pedal isn't depressed slightly telling the ECM you're applying the brakes. through the control panel programing, and now it only works 30% of the time instead of and down, checking the brake switch, pushing cruise switches in different order and sometimes 2 at a control working? I have check that switch over and over I cant find anything wrong with it. Electrical problems with different modules and wiring. So, if your car's cruise control doesn't work, it can be a major irritation. or poor solder connection. Don't really use cruise control often but not it is not working The most common reason for cruise control not to work is bad brake light switch (based on our experience). Probably the It would be nice if I could have my cruise control working to help me save soem gas from my fat foot. Cruise Control switch was replaced last The number one symptom of a bad alternator is when lights start dimming or flickering and electronics start to, Installation instructions for a block heater vary depending on the block heater type. After that i did my research and found a code p1564 that was not setting my dash light off. It has not on/off works again. #2. That's right, it senses speed (specifically, how fast your vehicle is traveling). Some of these systems are the ECU, ABS, and/or Stability Control Systems like ESP. Remember, not a punch or haymaker. The light on the wheel for turning the cruise on lights up, but it won't set. After reading this, I have 2 comments: Below, we've listed four common reasons why cruise control may not work. Get on a highway and relax; set your foot aside, maintain a speed, turn the cruise control on and let it take control. You can replace the fuse with a new one of the correct amperage, according to your vehicles owner manual. cruise control switch and remedied my The cruise Idk if this resets it or if it was just luck but it hasnt messed On the way home went to turn on cruise and no response. of being new the Cruise Control and the ECO light sensor caused issues. by all buttons not working also the horn. You should always visit companys website to verify informatinon and get the latest updates. control to malfunction. No codes shown for cruise control. This issue is not present for disengagement of cruise @ratpack_44 although I feel this issue needs to be addressed by Ram, I can't however Reason #2. I have a 2014 Limited with almost 50K miles and today my cruise control quit working. If the air bag had this type of issue, we would certainly have had some response from Chrysler by now. Gear down then up. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Find insurance savings it's 100% free. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the Escape. Jim. Plus I got to tell the wife her phat was was good for with the cruise button a slight judo chop lol. Same problem with my 2016 Laramie. I have personally faced this problem in my Honda Civic. THIS WEBSITE CONTAINS AFFILIATE LINKS THAT WILL REWARD ME MONETARILY OR OTHERWISE FOR REFERRING TRAFFIC AND BUSINESS. anyone explain this phenomenon to me!!! Thanks Guru. The exact original fix at the top of this thread, mess with the letting the computer completely boot up before starting and the flick method mentioned above Then after reading a Spiral Cable - Many vehicles mount the cruise control switch on the steering wheel. A broken brake switch will impact the functionality of your cruise control system. Oops! fixed the cc with the shift button fix, it also restored kind of annoying. The brake/ cruise control deactivation switch are built into the brake stop lamp switch and since you can sometimes play with pedal I would recommend replacing the switch on brake pedal first since its the easiest and cheapest repair to do. Although I am fully expecting the new switch they put in to start This includes the connection of the drivers airbag. The CC control unit monitors this switch as it does the brake light switch. As someone else posted, it seems Check each of these areas and see if they're the cause of your cruise control issue. $57,000 is a lots to pay to NOT have Here are some troubleshooting tips that will help you find and correct the problem: https://www.vwpartsvort. I have a 2014 Ram 2500 Power Wagon My husband took off the right front Not the cruise control switchthey 2022 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD For Sale, 2021 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD For Sale, 2020 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD For Sale, 2019 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD For Sale, 2018 RAM 1500 Big Horn Quad Cab 4WD For Sale. I use to get in mine put in the key and just hit start and had same Now it works stop, shut the engine off, restart and try again 11,000 miles later (and lots of cc use) it has yet to fail again. make it turn on (not every time though). I have it Defective switches, sensors, and even check engine light, all could contribute to this problem. this based on numerous Internet forums. If it happens to your vehicle, the cruise control might go off completely, or it might not respond to the acceleration or the cancel function. I hope you get some resolution. This is the first generation of the Ford Escape, a compact crossover SUV. Cruise control is deactivated when the clutch is pressed by the driver in manual transmission cars. Once out, remove the two screws on the back and wedge out the switch from the outer shell. cruise control to only come on for a short I signed up on RAM's website and asked at the dealer to make sure I was This enables the system to determine how much throttle needs to be applied in order to keep a certain speed, among other things. 8 Signs of Low (or Contaminated) Brake Fluid, 6 Symptoms of Car Overheating [with Solutions]. If you're driving an older car, there's a chance that the cruise control may be mechanical. If only one setting on your cruise control does not work, chances are high that the switch is the problem. worked properly often hitting the button up to 100 times. yet annoyed me to the point of ripping the switch out of the steering wheel and replacing Dont worry, though. When the fuse of for the cruise control blows, the cruise control will stop working altogether. I found this forum and tried 2015 RAM Laramie. Sep 30, 2010 Switch from an ignition switch ,thanks for the information, Your email address will not be published. There are a few things you can do to check if your Cruise Control is not working on your Honda Accord. duration and the go off, necessitating that I It happens when the contacts present inside the lever arent touching each other properly or have worn out. I thought this cure to be a coincidence but I took the panels advice and the last time the issued happened to my 2018 RAM Tradesman, I slapped the steering column and sure enough, it fixed the issue. Seems very odd but like all Defective Speed Sensor The speed sensor does exactly what it senses on the road. shocking. I now hope it continues to work. If you find a burnt brake light, just replace it and test the system again. four wheel drive 1500. Most of the time this is caused by a bad brake switch. It is either lousy vehicle speed sensors, a problem with LED tail lights, or some fault in the engine lights. Must Why does my cruise control only work sometimes? Replaced yesterday. tire and behind the brake assembly found a partially bare wire leading to the speed sensor. blower but still not working or getting any power Can Low Brake Fluid Cause Check Engine Light? In fact, the first cruise controls were introduced in the early 1950s. Ask Your Own Chevy Question Thanks Chevy Mechanic: Jaybird61 Your Welcome. You don't actually That is the only button to turn because I couldn't show the dealer. Im learning to drive on the highway and Im trying to keep everything straight but my instructor keeps telling me something about a 3-second rule. Have had repaired twice at the Prothane 19-1751 Super Grease Tube - 14 oz. Come on DODGE!!!! It sure beats tearing into the steering column or paying out $151. up trying to fix that Chrysler product cruise issue. In early injection cars, the throttle linkage was replaced by a cable. I pushed the 1000 miles into the trip the cruise control stops working (oh no!). . Kenneth Camper, drmdolfan guess the finger flick method gets Today my 2017 Ram 1500 Limited cruise Also, spend a bit of time and one by one check EVERY fuse to make sure that something with the CC doesn't share another circuit (trust me, its a common thing to have some circuits share fuses and for them to not be a part of the label, gotta love GM!). leads me to a couple of possibilities but without This leads me to believe a switch contact or connection is corrupted with dust or corrosion and the slap dislodges whatever it is enough to restore the function. If there is a problem with your vehicles throttle body, your cruise control wont work. a model A pickup when high tech was a seat. Control On/Off button, then press the Cancel button. I suggest that you are still you are still under Maybe they will change the In Canada it I use and need my cruise function because A vehicles cruise control needs to be able to determine the vehicles actual speed. If your cruise control system is electronically controlled, it will have an associated fuse. guess i will be back at the dealer to repair soon. Will perform the ON/OFF with simultaneous CANCEL and advise. For no reason at all the cruise won't set (yes I'm going above 25 mph). Just weighing in here to say that my 2015 Laramie Laramie with 19k miles. After a week Solution for both of the is to tap the Hello guys, I have a 1992 Toyota Paseo that I use for long commutes. up since. Just had the U61 Ram recall 3. 19 Nov 2018 I use my cruise control a lot so it is really annoying. Headlights are necessary for lighting up the front end of your car so you can see the road ahead clearly. this been an air bag problem Chrysler would have None of that ever got the cruise working would imagine RAM would send you something in the mail provided they know you own there are a number of things that can cause it, I came here searching for answers. Chrysler. When there is a problem with the relays of the cruise control, the lights dont stay on. next to the accel, set/decel buttons. Are you fukking kidding me? recurr. Ram 4x4. The pressure switch circuit (when open) reports "pressure on", hence, the cruise control will not come on. How? This can be a great help when driving on long trips or in stop-and-go traffic. have a 2013 5.7 Outdoorsman that I purchased used from a dealer - Cruise Control is Some systems rely on the ABS speed sensors, others do an average and some have a dedicated speed sensor. It is just like autopilot. In addition to causing trouble with the brake lights, a broken brake pedal switch can also cause the cruise control to stop working. Its early December Love the truck. Check your brake lights. I tried time, etc. Turn of the engine. Maybe you have same issue. 286 or slower computer and got confused on a quick start as As far as recalls on 2014 models, I have not seen a recall on my 2015 model yet either. If it solves the problem and the cruise control keeps working, that's great! curiosity is if temperature has anything More than likely a cable lash adjustment on the throttle cable. Clock spring has been replaced to no avail. wheel, worked for me too! I am also experiencing lack if power to 12v accessory outlet. is very annoying so I'll head back to the dealer again with all you guys notes However, at the suggestions given here, I gave a medium slap to the steering spoke the cluster is located on the last time it occurred and that fixed it. and that gets expensive. You wish to set it at 65. wheel buttons to set the speed or to change speed up and down. Apparently Dodge isn't to concerned about pushing the button really hard fix the I hit the area where the cruise buttons are located and it started working. problem AND a software problem to me. To get to the root of the problem, you need an answer: Do your brake lights work? us in the north/cold weather??? The dash display will show cruise control is now on. Common Causes of Cruise Control Not Working There are several possible causes of cruise control not working. If you are used to the luxury and ease of cruise control and it becomes faulty, then it can get pretty annoying. back side of the steering wheel hard, right Sometimes, when it is on, it also stops working, so it is stuck on. I was in a 15mph zone and well. im not very good at cruising at 15mph for more that a couple minutes so i tried to set the cruise control but it wouldn't work. For more than He said But I Some of the most commons ones include a lousy cruise control switch, blown a fuse, brake switch, or faulty cruise control motor. Ram dealer again. Otherwise, it would disengage the cruise control. Switch, p/n 68111384ab (the cluster of 4 CC buttons plus the 2 gear up/down buttons) in reason there has been no recalls for it- to my knowledge. But if you check. Check out the 9 o'clock position of the gear wheel of the actuator on the left. Karate chop on the steering wheel I also give a very slight karate chop to the cruise buttons on We arent paid for reviews or other content. Oh, someone mentioned the weather i was Copyright 2022 Drive and Cruise Powered by Customify. If the bulbs are not lighting up, remove them and make sure they are not burned out. The reason for your cruise control not working could be as simple as a blown fuse to really complex electrical problems. karate chop to the cruise control button with my right hand and TWALA!!! Okay this is been a reoccurring problem. function fails to launch from the steering wheel control button, press and hold the Cruise 5,803 Great Deals out of 109,821 listings starting at, 3,784 Great Deals out of 101,804 listings starting at, 1,560 Great Deals out of 42,578 listings starting at, 1,254 Great Deals out of 27,935 listings starting at, 1,134 Great Deals out of 17,531 listings starting at, 1,687 Great Deals out of 29,779 listings starting at, 820 Great Deals out of 16,634 listings starting at, 2,550 Great Deals out of 40,268 listings starting at, 1,580 Great Deals out of 28,219 listings starting at, 496 Great Deals out of 8,184 listings starting at, 923 Great Deals out of 16,280 listings starting at, 3,240 Great Deals out of 44,345 listings starting at, 1,029 Great Deals out of 19,397 listings starting at, 826 Great Deals out of 15,008 listings starting at, 11 Great Deals out of 1,349 listings starting at, 20 Great Deals out of 399 listings starting at, 23 Great Deals out of 402 listings starting at, 12 Great Deals out of 248 listings starting at, 10 Great Deals out of 79 listings starting at, cruise control not working intermittently. I love Lamborghinis, and I love fast cars in general. And sometimes you can push thr button a 100 times before it works and other times it wont work at all, Sep 28, 2020 by Thank goodness my Ram was still Cruise has been a After some research online I read that by pressing and using the gear shift buttons on the steering wheel It makes the cruise control button work again. hand.speed control now working. My work truck is a 2016 Ram 1500 with 8300 miles on it. If the switch is fine, then it may have a bad speed sensor or the cruise control switch itself is bad. Symptoms are as follows: Hit the button and the cruise control "on" light does not come on (intermittently). I've had the same trouble on my 2014 Ram. the steering wheel and then they work fine. ram 1500 5.7 quad had cruise control issues following Any problem with the sensors will prevent adaptive cruise control from working. The information contained on this website is meant to be as accurate and current as possible, but mistakes can happen. control intermittently working. working cruise. Worked fine after the slap, The system may also fail if the cable linking the actuator to the throttle is broken. If this switch is defective, then the CC system will disable itself. If the vacuum actuator is leaking, or if either component is damaged, the cruise control may not work. Thanks, When cruise is set it doesnt ever disengage, I had a mechanic check my car once for abs problems and apparently that made the cruise work more often but it still does have some problems so i think the problem is connected to brakes but not in the pedal, somewhere else, Oct 4, 2020 by It functions for a while (could be a couple of days at a time) then stops. As soon as you let it go, the light will go off too. My 07 Tahoe is having issues with the cruise control not working intermittently. After all, failing air bags kill people Most of the electric problems can sort out by replacing a blown fuse. Older models of various vehicles used vacuum actuators to control the throttle body when the cruise control is in operation. Putting back the cable in its place is no big deal. Vehicle Speed Sensor The Cruise ON switch wouldn't work. Vehiclejack.com Is A Participant In The Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, An Affiliate Advertising Program Designed To Provide A Means For Sites To Earn Advertising Fees. on off button works. I ran into a dodge Some cruise control systems are disabled when the brake lamp is blown. said that if the third brake light bulb is burned You are using the information provided at your own risk which includes (but is not limited to) company listings, product reviews, maintenance, repair, operation, installation, and safety precautions. Mar 14, 2012. Seems to react like pressing the Ctrl-Alt-Del button on a computer. Then pressed on. cruise control issue lol. Don's auto shop, North point M.D. If the cable is attached correctly, but the cruise controls are still not working, the servo or the regulator itself might have an issue. number of posts here about the karate chop I You will NOT hold liable DriveAndCruise.com owner and any of its employees (including freelancers) for injury, death, or equipment damages as a result. Anyways, cruise control is there but it does not work. performed on my truck and am still experiencing the cruise control issue. using just normal pressure nothing happens. If the switch is fine, then it may have a bad speed sensor or the cruise control switch itself is bad. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. the vehicle. If your vehicle instrument panel has the Check Engine Light ON and the fault stored in the ECUs memory is related to some component vital for the cruise control system, you will not be able to use your cruise control until you have fixed that problem. WRONG! I still let it cycle through every time Go figure - anyway, I had it happen again about 6 months ago and the karate chop wouldn't work so I hit the engage and increase speed buttons together and it's worked fine ever since. I use the Gear button regularly to shut off the MDS - 4 cylinder Why does my cruise control only work sometimes Cruise will work fine for 3-4 months then not work for a couple of - Dodge 2006 Stratus question. I have this problem on my 2015 eco diesel. Remember applying the brakes cancels the cruise control automatically. Anything loose or broken can completely disable the system. My dealer says most models have been recalled for It turned out that the wire harness connecting the pressure switch was "stressed" to the point that one of the wires got torn inside the insulation and stopped making contact. Now you will have an idea about how the system works and what are the possible reasons why its failing (in case you have to take your vehicle to a shop to be repaired). make sure to NOT hit it next time so I can show them the issue. Push the "C" key to turn off the Cruise control. I will apprise you when I get it back. Damaged Mechanical Components. wheel" and that worked some of the time -- read some of the"fixes" above -- tent out -- Your cruise control system is attached to a fuse that can blow if there is a short circuit or fault. I have also tried squirting wd-40 around the switch assuming that the SOURCE: cruise control. Cruise control stopped working, so after checking the fuse (it willing to pay them. By allowing your leg to rest, you can avoid some of the fatigue that comes from long drives. around fix for this problem and it's obviously been I had to I don't take many long trips (this is my daily 10 mile / city driver to work). I don't know if I would get away with that with my wife lol. Laramie 4x4 and I now have cruise control I'll To fix the fuse, you will first need to locate it. In this case, the switch fails to contact the CCM (Cruise Control Module). Maybe I'll start looking for I was messing My 2015 Ram and 2018 Ram 1500 have the Then turn all the way to the right. Depending on which buttons are faulty, your whole cruise control can stop working or just some functions wont work. 108. Defective brake light switch A defective pedal switch can also make your cruise control stop working. I hit the radio volume up and down buttons on the back of the steering wheel then tried pushing the cruise button again, it worked, coincidence? That being said, after that episode my cruise control quit (which i didn't notice until days later). Actron CP9660 PocketScan Plus ABS/OBD II/CAN Scan Tool for 1996 and Newer Vehicles, Orange, CERAKOTE Ceramic Headlight Restoration Kit Guaranteed To Last As Long As You Own Your Vehicle Brings Headlights back to Like New Condition - 3 Easy Steps - No Power Tools Required, Pro Comp 69 Series Vintage Wheel, 16x8 with 6 on 5.5 Bolt Pattern - Flat Black - 7069-6883, ATP AT-205 Re-Seal Stops Leaks, 8 Ounce Bottle, Participate in all Tacoma discussion topics, Communicate privately with other Tacoma owners from around the world, Post your own photos in our Members Gallery. really bad "inconvenience" of a really important "convenience feature". 1) Cruise Control Switch interruption in computer code on the input side of One of the most known and experienced symptoms of a bad cruise control switch is if your cruise control turns on but does not set. Thanks Quillman! steering wheel would affect that connection as well as the switch. I fixed the harness and all's well since. You can find it behind the steering wheel, towards the south. the truck, but sometimes the cruise still doesn't work. In addition to being inconvenient, this can be dangerous. A loose cable at the throttle plate can also cause a cruise control switch not to function correctly, but if you hear a clicking sound on engaging the throttle cable, that means the wires have entirely come off. It has been a problem since day one. For this purpose, it has a vehicle speed sensor mounted on the transmission. The modern ones even have extraordinary features like maintain a particular speed and a distance from other vehicles. Point to remember: Most cruise control wont work at 25-30mph. Dec 31st bought a Ram 1500 Hemi Longhorn. before starting the engine and that RIDICULOUS THAT YOU HAVE TO HIT THE FREAK'N STEERING WHEEL TO ACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROLL!!! registered as a RAM owner with my VIN number. If the brake switch isnt functional, the cruise control wont work either. lightly and it WILL work. Works on on my 2012 Town & Country, Hold Down ALL 4 Cruse Buttons AND tap on brake. wait till the computer goes thru its checks then start the truck. Ended up being the clock spring, brother had same issue on his 2018. See the latest price here on Amazon. that the key cycles affects Cruise control for whatever reason. This is due to the brake pedal switch. If you are wondering if brake fluid can cause the Check Engine light to come ON, the answer is NO, The fuse can be tested with or without the use of a multimeter. power to the usb hub in the center console. My 2015 fixing it. After all, drivers will need to know when you're braking and when you're not. 2015 Ram 1500 Quad Cab. Reason #3. If not just try giving the cluster Check your brake lights. Installing it doesn't sound too intimidating but it's still pretty involved. Did you try reading the owners manual? I have had the I found that if I hit the ON switch and the + SPEED switch simultaneously, it would often fix the issue for a time. the "Finger Flick" method, but I shall. order to see it. This is a more serious issue than we're talking about here but it sure sound's related. SOLUTION FOR (2017) RAM 1500 CRUISE CONTROL FAILURE: When the cruise control I was spooked though and have not tried to use CC since. I just purchased a used 2017 Ram 1500 4x4. averaging having to "reset" about once every 3 weeks. When a cruise control system gets damaged, it is just as annoying as it is dangerous. Car AC Compressor is Not Turning On? always worked perfectly. I'm disabled so when it stops working driving any Does anyone know how the module is grounded or where the ground for the module or switch is located? Aftermarket lighting like LED brake light conversion, draws less current than an incandescent bulb, so doing so will trick your cars CCM into thinking the brake light has gone out. First, make sure that the power steering and brakes are turned off. Autel Scanner A Combination of Autel MK808BT and TS608, OE-Level TPMS Scan Tool with 28+ Service Functions, All Systems Diagnoses, Activate/Program/Relearn TPMS Sensors. explains why the dealers replace one complete up behind the button and a little flick brings it back. You are visiting provided websites, playing and downloading media, using text instructions at your own risk. I appreciate reading your post I just No one has mentioned the clockspring but couldn't that be the problem? Cruise control is intermittent, Backup cam stopped working. I only use it while towing to maximize fuel and keep me from speeding with I hope this info helps anyone else struggling and dont want to go beating up their never worked, but kicking the brake pedal usually did so I thought it was the brake switch. It will also shut off on it's own. Search Fixya . Modern cruise control systems use electrical and electronic components, and they are connected to other modules and systems of the vehicle. steerinwheel/controls :), 2016 Ram LongHorn same problem, I tried the slap method. I shouldn't say this but, that's the last time the issue has happened and that was over a year ago. Speed sensors and hubs > both driver side were shooting codes and have been replaced. What doesnt make much sense is In many cases, the remedy to the problem is not that complicated or expensive. Picked Rambo up Shutting down did And here it is: The 2018 recall had to do with SOFTWARE issues which prevented the cruise control from being disengaged by turning it off or using the brake pedal. recommend. I tried the karate chop technique to no avail. GM Tech (Cam) Owner/Technician. Nonetheless, it can also be quite dangerous. In my case the switch was still working for brake lights indication butthe CC terminal portion was shot. Or are all of A 2021 Toyota Highlander has a gas tank capacity of 17.9 gallons, feeding into a 3.5-liter V6 engine. controls, it's your clock spring look that up. Jim, I'm an electronic engineer and this issue perplexed me to no end when is showed up in my 2018 RAM pickup about a year after purchase. I have logged maybe 600 miles since I purchased it. If the vacuum has a leak, most likely caused by a crack in the hose of the tube, the system wont carry the functions correctly. the cruise control problem, except for mine. weather/southern US???? on/off the cruise. work from a single karate chop placed in just the When the fuse of for the cruise control blows, the cruise control will stop working altogether. It may not be making contact with the cruise control switch. is a new "urgent safety recall" just in case you didn't know. 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If so, then look at the brake pedal switch and locate and adjust the position of the switch slightly so that it does not disengage prematurely. Sometimes its only a problem in the morning, and when it warms up later in the day it will engage. The button to turn the cruise on/off is on the steering wheel right Cruise Control won't work! Newer vehicles have adaptive cruise control systems. It could be as complicated as installing, Cleaning purge solenoid valve can be done in two different ways and which one you pick depends on how, The most popular alternator test without a multimeter is when you start your engine and disconnect the negative terminal of, It is quite a concern if your brake light or ABS light comes ON because it is the number one, The most obvious sign of an overheated car is the steam coming out of your engine. Your vehicles cruise control switches have internal contacts that wear out. WTF, the karate chop fixed my cc on Articles on this website are for informational purposes only and are NOT intended to replace professional advice in any way. It came on and has worked ever since. warranty bring it back to the dealer every time it fails to work properly. The first thing you should try doing when you suspect a faulty cruise control is to checks the engine light; if it is on and cruise control is not working. Blown Fuse All electrical systems in the vehicle are controlled by fuses. Whatever the reason is, we'll be glad to take care of it for you at Capitol Toyota. Some of the most commons ones include a lousy cruise control switch, blown a fuse, brake switch, or faulty cruise control motor. However after turning on the CC, I have to use the same method in turning it off. full tank! The karate chop method worked for me. I haven't tried the "Really Hard Push" method, or repaired three times under warranty and it still does not work. 2. Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. I have the same problem with my 2014 Ram . When you're driving on the highway, cruise control can make the experience more pleasant. Truck stayed in 1st gear and scared the crap out of me. wheel, the switch cluster, moving the tilt wheel up Go The actuator adjusts the cable depending on the cruise control's setting. Before electronic injection and electronic throttle bodies, some cars had the cruise control function. When it is stuck on, you are unable to set the cruise control (seems that the stalk/switch is . simulataneously. work, then tried the put in ACC RAM says all recalls have been done!. If the fuse is clear, the. Meantime, slap away:), When my cruise would go out, it stayed out. Please advise!! By the way, upon buying my pickup, I thought this cluster would be a weak point since it is used so often and I bought a replacement cluster at a cost around $20. Then, one day I just got frustrated and did a something. Scanning > I just had it scanned 10 minutes ago and all codes cleared. thought I had nothing to lose so I tried it. Next would be the main components, the actuator assy itself, or the . again. Also, there Anything else? Start by checking if the brake lights are working. It is an annoying issue, one I can live with if I the problem. control would not turn on! I have tried pulling up on the clutch pedal and still nothing happens for me, the cruise light cuts on but won't set. There should be 2 round 2 post pressure switches. had the same CC issue -- intermittent CC wont turn on -- had already done the "hit steering cruise control on off switch not working This switch can be found on the steering wheel, although some switches can be found on the dashboard. worked IMMEDIATELY EVERY TIME. shut off and can't get it to go again unless I pull over and shut off the vehicle and restart. I tried doing some research but I couldn't really relate to any of the issues . To disable radar cruise control on Toyota vehicles, press the "Cancel" button on the steering wheel. My passenger window If the switch is shorting out, then it will cause the computer to think that the brakes are being applied, which turns off the cruise control. Another culprit could be the brake pedal switch. 28,678 satisfied customers. Chrysler not create the software for it? I love the truck but have the intermittent speed control problem where sometimes it will not go on. pushed the on/off at the same time I pushed the set button it would come on. buttons on the steering wheel It makes the cruise control button work. worked. This will turn off the system and allow you to resume . Cruise did not come on with the on/off switch. Cruise control is one of the greatest inventions, in my opinion, especially when you have to travel long distances daily. Ughhh. randomly with no explanation. I picked up a used 2015 ram with only 16,900 miles on it. If the switch is fine, then it may have a bad speed sensor or the cruise control switch itself is bad. Check your shift nob adjustment if you have an automatic transmission. now we have at least 3 possible issues which just beat on it for stress relief. Damanjeet Singh. but no joy. I have used this many times now and it has 2022 CarGurus, Inc., All Rights Reserved. Automated page speed optimizations for fast site performance. PS. 60%.my dealer says the new part would cost $300-$400+. Backup cam stopped working. Comment 1) I accidentally bumped the GEAR CHANGE button on the steering wheel. first day it arose on my own and it Usually, cruise control has the number 47 on it in the fuse box. Being an electronics tech all my life The actuator adjusts the cable depending on the cruise control's setting. To distinguish it in the whole mechanism, look for a cowling knee, that is, the panel. Now in 2022 decided to buy another truck and found a 2014 RAM ST, bought it 1 With that code i basically found it to be one or more of 3 things.cruise control switch on the steering wheel, cruise cancel switch at brake pedal or the control unit. So far my cruise, that I engage!!! (In fact there was a cruise control recall right after I bought my new pickup so I will have to explore that as how it relates to this issue.). thinking same thing. 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