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Cruise Control Indicator Always On 3.6L

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Cruise Control Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Lighting Systems Connector End Views

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.

Does the cruise indicator illuminate after the instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays test?

Go to Step 3

Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

3

  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Install a scan tool.
  3. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
  4. With the scan tool, observe the Cruise Control parameter in the IPC data list.

Does the Cruise Lamp parameter display On?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Replace the powertrain control module (PCM). Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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5

Replace the IPC. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Does the system operate properly?

System OK

Go to Step 2

Cruise Control Indicator Always On non 3.6L

Step

Action

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Cruise Control Schematics

1

Did you perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle?

Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle in Vehicle DTC Information

2

  1. Install a scan tool.
  2. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  3. With a scan tool, observe the cruise lamp parameter in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) inputs.

Does the scan tool indicate that the cruise lamp is commanded On?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 5

3

With a scan tool, observe the cruise parameter in the powertrain control module (PCM) data list.

Does the scan tool indicate that the cruise control is engaged?

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the PCM. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 6

5

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the IPC. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 7

6

Replace the PCM. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 8

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7

Replace the IPC. Refer to Control Module References in Computer/Integrating Systems for replacement, setup, and programming.

Did you complete the replacement?

Go to Step 8

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8

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

System OK

Go to Step 2