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#44
I have a 2008 Silverado with the very same issue. Replaced the switch and still nothing. disassembled the old one to see how it works - tested the new one and verified its functioning as intended. What next?
#45
Cruise issues
I have a 2009 Silverado LTZ, and it too, is having intermittent cruise control problems.
Once it works, it works fine, but it is truly day to day, and seems to continue to work less often.
I find it frustrating that GM folks get on Forum and send private messages for fixes or suggestions instead of posting to forum.
I haven't heard of anyone replacing the actual cruise control switch, but instead are replacing the brake light switch. Is this accurate?
The suggestion of taking it to the dealership is also a little offensive. The reason there are so many auto repair places other than dealerships is the outrageous prices most dealerships charge.
Suggestions appreciated, but it seems that this is a flaw in the design or parts to fail.
Thanks to all,
ken
Once it works, it works fine, but it is truly day to day, and seems to continue to work less often.
I find it frustrating that GM folks get on Forum and send private messages for fixes or suggestions instead of posting to forum.
I haven't heard of anyone replacing the actual cruise control switch, but instead are replacing the brake light switch. Is this accurate?
The suggestion of taking it to the dealership is also a little offensive. The reason there are so many auto repair places other than dealerships is the outrageous prices most dealerships charge.
Suggestions appreciated, but it seems that this is a flaw in the design or parts to fail.
Thanks to all,
ken
Last edited by Ken_4fun; May 10th, 2014 at 9:09 AM.
#46
Even at this point id take anything other than "take it to the dealership" - Went on a trip with it today and the traction control system was giving errors but only at highways speeds. stop, turn off, turn back on and it was ok until 45-50 MPH, then it would start complaining again.
#48
Able to get by
All -
I haven't posted for a few days, but I tried the trick of pulling the brake petal up while engaging the cruise control and it has worked without fail. I wanted to try it several days before I could say with confidence that is working.
I haven't got under to understand the switch configuration, but I am wondering if I have a weak return spring on petal that doesn't pull it up fully.
Once I know better I will post again, but wanted to share my experience.
Ken
I haven't posted for a few days, but I tried the trick of pulling the brake petal up while engaging the cruise control and it has worked without fail. I wanted to try it several days before I could say with confidence that is working.
I haven't got under to understand the switch configuration, but I am wondering if I have a weak return spring on petal that doesn't pull it up fully.
Once I know better I will post again, but wanted to share my experience.
Ken
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Winrn925 (February 27th, 2020)
#49
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All -
I haven't posted for a few days, but I tried the trick of pulling the brake petal up while engaging the cruise control and it has worked without fail. I wanted to try it several days before I could say with confidence that is working.
I haven't got under to understand the switch configuration, but I am wondering if I have a weak return spring on petal that doesn't pull it up fully.
Once I know better I will post again, but wanted to share my experience.
Ken
I haven't posted for a few days, but I tried the trick of pulling the brake petal up while engaging the cruise control and it has worked without fail. I wanted to try it several days before I could say with confidence that is working.
I haven't got under to understand the switch configuration, but I am wondering if I have a weak return spring on petal that doesn't pull it up fully.
Once I know better I will post again, but wanted to share my experience.
Ken
Nutshell I'd replace the switch...
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Winrn925 (February 27th, 2020)
#50
I don't have a problem replacing the switch, whatever it costs, but I would hate to replace it (cost, effort, time) and it not correct the problem.
Trying to share my experiences with the forum, not as an expert, but just as someone trying to get it working properly without spending money on things that did not work, or other wasted money. If I can help someone hopefully karma will help me.
Regards to all,
Ken