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Description & Operation

The cruise control system allows driver to maintain a constant cruising speed above 22 MPH without depressing the accelerator pedal. The cruise control system consists of a vacuum pump, vacuum actuator, vent valves and a control module. See Fig 1 . The cruise control system is operated by placing sliding control switch in the ON position. Accelerate to desired speed and press the SET button. This sets the cruising speed and stores it in memory. Pushing the SET button again will increase the previous set speed until the button is released.

Cruise control system will disengage temporarily when the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. To reactivate system, slide the control switch to RES (resume). The vehicle will automatically accelerate to the previous set speed. To erase set speed from memory, slide the control switch to OFF.

WARNING: When cruise control system is switched on, DO NOT shift into Neutral without pressing the clutch pedal. The engine will rev up immediately and may possibly be damaged.
Fig 1: Identifying Cruise Control System Components
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