Scan Tool Data Definitions Cruise Control
The Scan Tool Data Definitions contains a brief description of all cruise control
related parameters that are available on the scan tool. Vehicles equipped with a 4.2L
(LL8) engine use a powertrain control module (PCM). Vehicles equipped with a 5.3L
(LH6) engine use an engine control module (ECM).
Cruise Control Active: The scan tool displays Yes or No. The
PCM determines the current status of cruise control operation. An active cruise
control system is displayed as Yes.
Cruise Control Active: The scan tool displays Active or Inactive.
The ECM determines the current status of the Cruise Control System. An active Cruise
Control System is displayed as Active.
Cruise Disengage (1 - 8) History: The scan tool displays
the last 8 reasons why the cruise control system was disengaged. Refer to the Scan
Tool Data Definitions (Disengaged History) for descriptions.
Cruise On/Off Switch: The scan tool displays On or Off. The
PCM monitors the signal circuit of the On/Off switch of the cruise control system.
A closed switch is displayed as On.
Cruise On/Off Switch: The scan tool displays Active or Inactive.
The ECM monitors the signal circuit of the Cruise Control System On/Off switch. A
closed switch is displayed as Active.
Cruise Release Clutch/TCC Pedal Switches: The scan tool displays
Applied or Released. The PCM monitors the TCC brake switch/Cruise control release
signal circuit. An open switch is displayed as Applied.
Cruise Resume/Accel. Switch: The scan tool displays On or Off.
The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the Resume/Accel. switch of the cruise control
system. A closed switch is displayed as On.
Cruise Resume/Accel. Switch: The scan tool displays Active or
Inactive. The ECM monitors the signal circuit of the Resume/Accel. switch of the Cruise
Control System. A closed switch is displayed as Active.
Cruise Set/Coast Switch: The scan tool displays On or Off.
The PCM monitors the signal circuit of the Set/Coast switch of the cruise control
system. A closed switch is displayed as On. The cruise On/Off switch must be switched
On in order to correctly view the Cruise Set/Coast Switch parameter.
Cruise Set/Coast Switch: The scan tool displays Active or Inactive.
The ECM monitors the signal circuit of the Set/Coast switch of the Cruise Control
System. A closed switch is displayed as Active. The cruise On/Off switch must be switched
On in order to correctly view the Cruise Set/Coast Switch parameter.
Engine Speed: The scan tool displays 0 to 9,999 RPM.
The ECM/PCM monitors the CKP signal circuit in order to determine the engine RPM.
Ignition 1 Signal: The scan tool displays 6-18 Volts.
The ECM/PCM monitors the Ignition 1 signal circuit in order to determine the
system voltage.
Reduced Engine Power: The scan tool displays Active or Inactive.
Active is displayed when the ECM/PCM detect a fault in the TAC System.
TCC/Cruise Brake Pedal Switch: The scan tool displays Applied
or Released. The ECM monitors the TCC brake switch/cruise control release signal circuit.
An open switch is displayed as Applied.
Traction Control Signal: This parameter displays the current
status of the Traction Control System (TCS). The scan tool will display Active if
the TCS operating. The scan tool will display Inactive if the TCS is not requested
because of a wheel slippage condition.
Traction Control Status: This parameter displays the current
status of the Traction Control System (TCS). The scan tool will display Active if
the TCS operating. The scan tool will display Inactive if the TCS is not requested
because of a wheel slippage condition.
Vehicle Speed Sensor: The scan tool displays 0 to 255 km/h
(158 mph). The ECM/PCM monitors the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) signal circuit
in order to calculate the vehicle speed for display.