ELECTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL

INSTALLATION MANUAL

Installation Operation Trouble Shooting

FORM #2239, Rev. K, 08/17/01

 INTRODUCTION
This Cruise Control Kit is a microprocessor based Cruise Control. It is designed for ease
of installation and can be used with most cars, light trucks and vans. Carefully follow the
installation procedures in this manual for best results.

Your vehicle must have a VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) wire or available signal generator
for installation of this Cruise Control. Please consult Application Guide.

Low displacement engines with limited vacuum will get better performance if a vacuum
reservoir is installed. Vacuum reservoirs, pumps, regulators and other accessories are
available from your dealer, automotive service center, or most automotive parts outlets.

All through the instructions there are WARNINGS, CAUTIONS, AND NOTES which are
meant to make it easier for you to put the Cruise Control on your car and safer to use it.
We have gathered these tips from people across the country who have told us about
their problems and how they worked around them.

Even with all these reports from the field, we cannot cover every condition which you
might encounter, there are just to many different car makes and models. We do our best
to tell you how to handle most vehicles, but we must Depend On Your Good Judgement
for Dealing with the rest.

Therefore, we believe you can understand why we strongly urge you to think carefully
about what could happen to you, your passengers, and your car if you use any tools,
parts, fastening methods, routing or procedures which are not described in this manual.

There is no drain on the battery if the control switch is left on. The Cruise Control needs
no regular service.

WARNING
Failure to follow the instruction manual could not only cause the Cruise Control
to work improperly, but could cause the Cruise Control not to function correctly,
possibly causing damage to your vehicle and/or injury or death to both you and
your passengers.

WARNING
If you question the applications of the Cruise Control, please consult the appli-
cable application guide. Only install on approved applications.

ROSTRA
PRECISION
CONTROLS, INC.
2519 Dana Drive, Laurinburg, North Carolina 28352

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Parts List and Diagram.................................................................. 4-5

II. Tools Needed................................................................................. 6

III. Notes to the Installer...................................................................... 6

IV. Installation Procedures...................................................................6

A. Setting of Cruise Control Module Switches..............................6
B. Cruise Control Module Mounting Location............................... 8
C. Cruise Control Module Cable Throttle Attachment and
Adjustment........................................................................ 8
1. Measuring the Distance the Throttle Moves....................... 8
2. Allowing for Lost Motion in Throttle Attachment................. 9
3. Attaching Cruise Control Module Cable to Throttle............ 10
4. Anchoring the Cruise Control Module Cable...................... 14
D. Vacuum Line Installation.......................................................... 15
E. Tachometer Signal Wire Connection........................................ 16
F. VSS Signal Wire Connection.................................................... 17
G. Harness Assembly-Main Wiring Connections
(engine compartment)....................................................... 17
H. Cruise Control Module Mounting Procedure............................18
J. Control Switch Installation....................................................... 18
K. Harness Assembly-Main Wiring Connections
(passenger compartment)................................................ 19

V. Operating Procedures................................................................... 20
A. Road Testing........................................................................... 20

VI. Trouble Shooting Guidelines......................................................... 21-23

VII. Electrical Test with Closed Circuit Control Switch......................... 24

VIII. Electrical Test with Open Circuit Control Switch........................... 25

IX. Wiring Diagram............................................................................. 27

X. Technical Service.......................................................................... 28

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 PARTS LIST

Item Part # Description Qty.

1 250-3211 Cruise Control Module 1
2 250-3424 Harness Ass’y-Main Wiring 1
3 250-3016 Tube-Vacuum 5/32” x 48” 1
4 * Reducer-Tube 1/4” x 3/16” 1
5 * Tube Vacuum-7/32” x 1-3/8” 1
6 * Tee-Vacuum-Various Sizes 3
7 * Adaptor-Throttle-Threaded Snap In 1
8 * Nut & Lockwasher Ass’y 1/4”-20 3
9 * Adaptor-Throttle-Wire-Loop 1
10 * Adaptor Throttle Clip with Cable 1
11 * Cover-Bead Chain Connector 3
12 * Connector-Bead Chain (Doubled Ended) 3
13 * Coupling-Chain (Eyelet Type) 1
14 * Bead Chain 1
15 * Clamp-Tube-Various 3
16 * Adaptor-Throttle-Two Bead Connector 1
17 * Threaded Tube Clamp 1
18 * Nut & Lockwasher Ass’y #10-32 3
19 * Screw #10-32 Round head 3
20 * Screw-Hex Head 1/4” x 3/4” 4
21 * Throttle Retaining Clip-GM 1
22 250-3425 Convoluted Split Tubing 3/8 1
23 250-3086 Bracket-Cable mounting 1
24 * Tie Strap-Nylon 7 1/2” 10
25 * Tie Strap-Nylon 4” 1
26 * Conn.Self Strip 18-22 AWG 2
27 * Terminal 1/4” Female 1
28 * Conn. Self Strip 14-18 AWG 2
29 * Putty Sealing 1

*Order Small Parts Package 250-2213 and receive parts indicated.

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 PARTS DIAGRAM

10
5
21 4 3

11 12
14 7
8&
18
2

16

6
13

24

1 25
20
15
& 17

19
23
29

22

28 26

27

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 TOOLS NEEDED
Most of these tools may be needed to install the Cruise Control.

A set of wrenched Drill bits-3/16” & 1/4” Half-round or rat-tail

Screwdrivers - 1med & 1” hole saw file
1sm. blade, 1 sm. Hammer Knife
cross-recess, Center punch 12-Volt test light
1-#15 torx. Electric drill Hack saw
Pliers-plain & side cutter Bench Vise 7/16” Box End Wrench

NOTES TO THE INSTALLER

A. Cruise Control Module (No. 1) should be mounted at least 10” away from
ignition coil.
B. The Harness Assembly-Main Wiring (No. 2) must be able to reach from the
Cruise Control Module (No. 1) to the area under the dash where the Control
Switch Assembly connection will be made.
C. The Cruise Control Module cable must be able to reach the throttle attach
ment point. The Cruise Control Module cable should not be bent severely.
WARNING: Failure to follow the instruction manual could not only cause the
Cruise Control to work improperly, but could cause the throttle to hang up, possi-
bly causing damage to your vehicle and injury to you and your passengers.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
A. SET CRUISE CONTROL MODULE SWITCHES
When using this Cruise Control (Figure 1) on any vehicle with 2000, 4000,
or 8000 pulses per mile road speed input, the 10 switches will be set one of
eighteen ways depending on engine, transmission and number of pulses
per mile.
NOTE 1: If using an “OPEN CIRCUIT” control switch with the Cruise
Control, SWITCH NUMBER 7 will have to be OFF
NOTE 2: SWITCH NUMBER 10 no longer needs to be turned ON for G.M.
distributorless ignition. Switch 10 has no function at present.

NOTE: Both the Gray (VSS) and Blue (TACH) wires must be
connected. (If gray wire is not used, an alternative road speed
signal generator source must be used.)

NOTE:
IF ANY OF THE 10 SWITCHES NEED TO BE
CHANGED AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE
CRUISE CONTROL, CONTROL SWITCH AND THE
VEHICLE IGNITION SWITCH MUST BE IN THE
OFF POSITION. THIS IS TO ALLOW THE MICRO-
PROCESSOR TO RESET.

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CYLINDERS/TRANSMISSION TYPE SWITCH NUMBERS
1 2 3 48 59 6 7
10
2000 PULSES PER MILE VSS
3/4 CYL AUTO 2000 ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
3/4 CYL MANUAL 2000 ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
6 CYL AUTO 2000 ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF
6 CYL MANUAL 2000 ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
8 CYL AUTO 2000 ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF
8 CYL MANUAL 2000 ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
4000 PULSES PER MILE VSS
3/4 CYL AUTO 4000 ON ON ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
3/4 CYL MANUAL 4000 ON ON ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
6 CYL AUTO 4000 ON ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF
6 CYL MANUAL 4000 ON ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
8 CYL AUTO 4000 ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF
8 CYL MANUAL 4000 ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
8000 PULSES PER MILE VSS
3/4 CYL AUTO 8000 ON ON ON ON ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF
3/4 CYL MANUAL 8000 ON ON ON ON ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
6 CYL AUTO 8000 ON ON ON ON OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF
6 CYL MANUAL 8000 ON ON ON ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF
8 CYL AUTO 8000 ON ON ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF
8 CYL MANUAL 8000 ON ON ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF

Programming Switches
FIGURE 1 Cruise Control Module

NOTE:
IF YOU ARE INSTALLING THIS CRUISE ON A VEHICLE THAT DOES NOT HAVE A
VSS WIRE OR NO AVAILABLE SIGNAL GENERATOR PACKAGE, THIS CRUISE
CONTROL IS NOT RECOMMENDED. CONSULT THE APPLICATION GUIDE.

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 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
B. CRUISE CONTROL MODULE MOUNTING
LOCATION

NOTE
DO NOT MOUNT THE SERVO
ASSEMBLY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:

* Under the fender.

* Under the vehicle.
* Directly to the engine or bulkhead.
* With the cable pointed down.
* Near sharp, hot or moving objects.
* Near ignition coil [No closer than 255mm
(10”)].
* In the passenger compartment (Noise).
* Where it will interfere with service
checks.

1. Select a possible location to mount

your CRUISE CONTROL MODULE,
set the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE FIGURE 2
unmounted in that area. The reason for
leaving the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE
unmounted is to make sure the
HARNESS ASSEMBLY-MAIN WIRING will
reach the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE and
the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE cable will
reach the throttle attaching point.

2. Once you have confirmed that the

HARNESS ASSEMBLY and the CRUISE
CONTROL MODULE will reach their
respective locations, mount the CRUISE
CONTROL MODULE in the spot you have
selected with Screws provided in the
kit. (Figure 2)

CAUTION: Failure to follow the instruction manual could not only cause the
Cruise Control to work improperly, but could cause the throttle to hang up,
possibly causing damage to your vehicle and injury to you and your passengers.

NOTE: After Cruise Control Module cable has been attached, manually move the
throttle to assure the Cruise Control Module cable does not hang up on any part
of the vehicle.

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 INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
C. CRUISE CONTROL MODULE CABLE
THROTTLE ATTACHMENT AND
ADJUSTMENT

1. MEASURING THROTTLE CABLE

TRAVEL
THIS IS A VERY IMPORTANT STEP.
FAILURE TO DETERMINE THROTTLE CABLE
TRAVEL COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO YOUR FIGURE 3
VEHICLE AND/OR CRUISE CONTROL.
MEASURE ONLY WITH THE ENGINE OFF. The
CRUISE CABLE moves 41mm (1-5/8”).
To measure throttle travel, measure the distance from
Position “A” (Idle) to Position “B” (Wide Open
Throttle).
a. Make a mark on the throttle cable when
the throttle is in the idle position.Figure 3
b. Depress accelerator pedal and make a
mark on the throttle cable when the
throttle is in the wide open position.
Figure 4
c. Measure the Distance “C” between the two FIGURE 4
marks. Figure 5 If the distance is greater
than 41mm (1-5/8”), go to Page 10; If it is
less, go to Step d.
d. If the throttle travel is less than 41mm
(1-5/8”), you must use BEAD CHAIN to
provide slack.

NOTE: Slack is the distance the CABLE

ASSEMBLY moves before the throttle starts to
move.

Each bead of the chain added will give you

1/8” (3 mm), you will need one (1) bead.

NOTE: To add beads you must use the FIGURE 5

BEAD CHAIN, BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR and the
BEAD CHAIN COVER. Do not count the bead
used with the BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR.

After determining your throttle travel, continue to the

next section.

CAUTION: When using the Connector Bead Chain to connect the Bead Chain to
the Cruise Control Module cable you must always use the Cover-Bead Chain
Connector. The Cover-Bead Chain Connector must also be used when using the
Coupling Chain. Failure to use the Cover-Bead Chain Connector could possibly
cause the Bead Chain or the Cruise Control Module cable to hang in the
Connector bead Chain causing the throttle to be held in partially open
position. This condition could occur when the Cruise Control is not being used.

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3. Attaching Cruise Control Module Cable to
Throttle
This section will cover the proper ways to use the Bead-Chain
hardware available. After each section, there will be
sample illustrations showing how the connector is used
in an actual installation. It must be noted however, Adaptor Throttle
that you should have an understanding of how each Two Bead Metal tab
attachment method works so that a proper installation Connector
is achieved.

There are 6 basic ways of making the attachment to

the throttle:
a. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR
b. CONNECTOR-BEAD CHAIN AND CLAMP-TUBE
FIGURE 6
c. PEDAL ATTACHMENT
d. THROTTLE CLIP WITH CABLE
e. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE LOOP
f. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE W/BARREL

a. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR

When the distance between the pin and the Cruise
Control Module cable mounting is close, the attaching
point for connecting the throttle cable to the throttle
lever, the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR
can be used. Most GM & Chrysler applications can
Tie Strap 4”
use this method. Attach Bead Chain to the ADAPTOR-
THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR and secure beads by
folding the 2 metal tabs. Remove clip or pin which
retains throttle cable (and washer if provided) and
FIGURE 7
install TWO BEAD CONNECTOR on the same side of throt-
tle cable as the Cruise Control cable will be attached.
(This is necessary so that Cruise Control cable and
throttle cable will not cross) The ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-
TWO BEAD CONNECTOR may need to be bent so that it
clears the throttle cable. (See Figure 7) Also, TIE Adaptor
Throttle Two
STRAP-NYLON 4” can be used to hold the ADAPTOR- Bead
THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR to the sleeve of the Connector
throttle cable.

When the distance between the pin and the Cruise

Control Module cable mounting is close, the ADAPTOR-
THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR can be shortened by
using a double fold in connector.(See Figure 8)
FIGURE 8
When ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR is
properly used, the following parts will be used:
(See Figure 9)
ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR
BEAD CHAIN at least 3 exposed beads for lost
motion
CONNECTOR BEAD CHAIN
COVER-BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR
For some applications, it may be necessary to enlarge Adaptor-Throttle
the hole in the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD Two-Bead
Connector
CONNECTOR so that it will fit over the pin on throttle
lever.

PAGE 10 FIGURE 9
b. COUPLING-CHAIN AND CLAMP TUBE
When you have a throttle cable, and the
ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-TWO BEAD CONNECTOR cannot
be used, use the COUPLING-CHAIN and a Throttle
CLAMP-TUBE Figure 11. Select a CLAMP-TUBE Retaining Clip
GM
that fits the throttle cable. Make sure the tabs
of the CLAMP-TUBE point away from the carbu- Adaptor
Throttle Two
retor or air throttle, this will prevent the throt- Bead
Connector
tle from hanging. Put SCREW #10-32 ROUND
HEAD through the holes in the CLAMP-TUBE.
Attach BEAD CHAIN to the CONNECTOR-BEAD
CHAIN. Adaptor
NOTE: Use the COVER-BEAD CHAIN Throttle Two
Bead
CONNECTOR No. 11. Slide the Connector

COUPLING-CHAIN over the SCREW

#10-32 ROUND HEAD and tighten
with NUT & LOCKWASHER
ASS’Y #10-32. See Figure 11

c. PEDAL ATTACHMENT
When the accelerator pedal is used as an Adaptor
attachment point. The COUPLING-CHAIN and Throttle Two
Bead
CLAMP-TUBE can be used. See Figure 13. Connector

FIGURE 10

Screw #10-32 Round

Head
CAUTION: Failure to follow the instruction
manual could not only cause the Cruise Clamp Tube

Control to work improperly, but could cause

the throttle to hang up, possibly causing Bead Chain

damage to your vehicle and injury to you and

your passengers.

Adjustable Sleeve Coupling Chain

Cover Bead
Chain Connector
Nut & Lockwasher
Ass’y #10-32
FIGURE 11

Cable Anchor Clamp-tube Sleeve FIGURE 12

Point Adjustable
Clamp-tube
Clamp-tube

Coupling-Chain Screw #10-32

Cover
Bead Coupling-Chain
Chain Clamp-tube
Connector Nut & Lockwasher
Ass’y #10-32 FIGURE 13
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d. GM, FORD, AND CHRYSLER THROTTLE USING
THROTTLE CLIP WITH CABLE Bead Chain Connector Throttle Clip with Cable
1. Some GM, Ford, and Chrysler vehicles have
an attachment stud on the throttle pulley.
2. Slide a Bead Chain Connector Cover over
the cruise cable, then attach the Bead Chain
Connector to the cable. Attach the Throttle
Clip with Cable to the Bead Chain Connector Bead Chain Connector
Cover
and slide the Connector Cover over the Bead FIGURE 14
Chain Connector. (Figure 14)
3. Slide the Throttle Clip over the throttle pulley
attachment stud. Push Throttle Clip onto the FIGURE 15

stud until it snaps firmly onto the stud.

e. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE LOOP (NO. 9)

On some vehicles it may be necessary to

remove the air cleaner so the throttle pulley seg-
ment is showing. Then set the pulley segment in
an “open” throttle position, and remove the throt-
tle cable from the pulley. Hold the loop end of
the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE LOOP between the
holes in each side of the pulley. Slide the barrel
at the end of the throttle cable through the slot-
ted hole, then through the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-
WIRE LOOP and into the second hole. See
Figure 15.

Connect the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE LOOP to

the BEAD CHAIN using the CONNECTOR-BEAD
CHAIN. Cut the desired amount of BEAD CHAIN
and connect to the Cruise Control Module cable.
Always use the COVER-BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR
as shown in Figure 15.
FIGURE 16

To secure the Adaptor-Throttle-Wire Loop to the

throttle cable. Punch a small hole in the COVER-
BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR and slide the TIE-STRAP-
NYLON 4” through the hole and secure to the
existing throttle cable as shown in Figure 16.

WARNING
If the Adaptor Throttle Wire Loop (No.15) is not secured to the existing
throttle cable, it could come out of the pulley segment possibly causing
the throttle to be held in a partially open position.

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f. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE WITH BARREL (NO.10)

Remove air cleaner to expose the dual pul-

ley segments. Find the blank anchor that is
located above the throttle anchor. This Module Cable Cruise
MUST extend
anchor is hollow except at one end. Use a past nut
Control
Module
1/4” bit and drill as shown in Figure 17. FIGURE 19 Cable

Place the NUT & LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4” -

20 on the Cruise Control Module cable.
Adaptor throttle-
Using a 7/16” box end wrench turn clock- Wire with Barrel
wise as shown in Figure 18.

Continue to turn clockwise until the formed

threads are between 1-3/8” as shown in
Figure 18.

Insert the Cruise Control Module cable

through the blank anchor and thread the
other NUT & LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4”-20 in
place and attach the CONNECTOR-BEAD CHAIN FIGURE 20
to the Cruise Control Module cable as
shown in Figure 19.
If Pulley DOES NOT MOVE When
Attach the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE Accelerating With Pedal, No Chain
W/BARREL to the top pulley segment. Slide is Needed.
the COVER-BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR onto the
ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-WIRE W/BARREL to the If Pulley DOES MOVE With
CONNECTOR-BEAD CHAIN as shown in Accelerator Bead Chain Must Be
Figure 20. Make sure to slide COVER-BEAD Used.
CHAIN CONNECTOR over CONNECTOR-BEAD
CHAIN.
Transmission Kickdown Cable

Install the CLAMP-TUBE 6 to 7 inches from

the anchor as shown in Figure 21.

Throttle
Cable

Drill 1/4”
From this side
FIGURE 17 FIGURE 21

7/16” Box End Nut & Lockwasher Ass’y

Wrench 1/4”-20

FIGURE 18

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4. Anchoring The Cruise Control Module
Screw #10-32
Cable Round Head
These are three (3) types of connectors used Clamp-Tube
to anchor the Cruise Control Module cable.
a. CLAMP-TUBE Sleeve Adjustable
b. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-THREADED SNAP-IN
c. NUT & LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4”-20
CAUTION: When using Clamp-Tube on
Clamp-Tube
Cruise Control Cable, Sleeve-Adjustable
MUST be used to prevent slippage or
binding of cable. Nut & Lockwasher
Ass’y #10-32 FIGURE 22

a. CLAMP-TUBE
Two CLAMP-TUBES may be used to
FIGURE 23
anchor the Cruise Control Module cable to 1/4”Clamp-Tube
the existing throttle cable as shown in
Figure 22.
NOTE: When anchoring to the existing throttle
cable keep as close to the throttle cable bracket
as possible to minimize flexing which can cause a
pulsating accelerator pedal.
One 1/4” CLAMP-TUBE may be used to
anchor the Cruise Control Module cable to
the existing throttle cable bracket. See
Figure 23. In some cases there is an exist-
ing hole, in other cases you can drill a
3/16” hole in the bracket.
One 1/4” CLAMP-TUBE may also be used
to anchor the Cruise Control Module cable
using the BRACKET-CABLE MOUNTING as Screw-Hex
Washer 1/4”-14 FIGURE 24
shown in Figure 24.

b. ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-THREADED SNAP-IN
Nut & Lockwasher Ass’y
Before using the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE- 7/16” Box End
1/4”-20
Wrench
THREADED SNAP-IN remove the SLEEVE-
ADJUSTABLE from the Cruise Control Module
Cable. Cruise Control
To use the ADAPTOR-THROTTLE-THREADED Module Cable

SNAP-IN, it will be necessary to form threads

on the end of the Cruise Control Module
cable. This is easily accomplished by plac-
FIGURE 25
ing the NUT & LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4”-20
on the end of the Cruise Control Module
cable with your fingers, then place a 7/16”
box end wrench and turn clockwise, see
Figure 26, until the desired amount of
threads have been formed. See Figure 25.
After the threads have been formed,
FIGURE 26
screw the Threaded Snap-In-Adaptor on to
the Cruise Control Module cable as shown
in Figure 26.
NOTE: CONTROL CABLE MUST EXTEND PAST
THE END OF THE ADAPTOR THROTTLE
PAGE 14 THREADED SNAP-IN ON ALL APPLICATIONS.
The THREADED SNAP-IN-ADAPTOR snaps into
an existing square hole as shown in Figure
30 (common on GM vehicles) or snaps into
the BRACKET-CABLE MOUNTING as shown in
Figure 27.

c. NUT LOCKWASHER ASS’Y (NO.32)

AND
AND/OR
BLANK ANCHOR
To use NUT AND LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4”-
20, it will be necessary to form threads on
FIGURE 28
the end of the Cruise Control Module cable.
This is easily accomplished, see Figure 25. Nut & Lockwasher Ass’y
The cable anchor can be in two forms 1/4” - 20
see Figure 29 or 30. Use a 1/4” drill bit or
an existing 1/4” hole as shown in Figure
31 or 32. Insert the Cruise Control Module Use existing 1/4”
cable through the 1/4” hole and thread the hole or drill to 1/4”
other NUT & LOCKWASHER ASS’Y 1/4”-20 and
FIGURE 29
attach the BEAD CHAIN CONNECTOR and BEAD Cable Anchor
CHAIN CONNECTOR COVER to the Cruise
Control Module cable as shown in FIGURE 30

Figure 31.
Drill to 1/4”
from this side

FIGURE 27

FIGURE 31

D. Vacuum Line Installation

WARNING
DO NOT cut the power brake vacuum supply line. An improper connection to this
line could impair the function of the vehicle’s brakes.
Vacuum
Suggested Vacuum Source Locations Tee-Tube Line
(4 sizes provided)
Existing Vacuum
Tube Vacuum
Line
7/32” x 1 3/8”

FIGURE 32
Factory Installed
Tee
Manifold Vacuum Reducer-Tube
Tree 1/4” x 3/16”
Tube Vacuum
5/32” x 48”
Remove cap and use
vacuum tee for Cruise
Control Vacuum Remove cap and
use vacuum port
for Cruise Control
vacuum

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 VACUUM RESERVOIR: Usually mounted on inner
fenderwell or engine bulkhead. Maintains vacu- To Intake Manifold
Vacuum Source
um of other vehicle accessories. Figure 33
After locating a vacuum source and making a
connection, route TUBE-VACUUM-5/32” X 48” from
Insert Tee for
this source and attach to the vacuum port on Cruise Control
Servo. DO NOT forget to remove the Protective
To other Vehicle
cap, prior to installing TUBE-VACUUM-5/32” X 48”. Accessories
FIGURE 33
VACUUM CHECK
Run the engine at idle. Unplug the TUBE-
VACUUM from the CRUISE CONTROL SERVO and
place your finger over the end of the tube. You
Vacuum Port
should feel a strong suction. If not you should
find another location for a stronger vacuum
source.

E. TACHOMETER SIGNAL WIRE CONNECTIONS

This Cruise Control system requires the input
of a tachometer signal on ALL gasoline powered
vehicles so that engine speed(RPM) can be
Tube-Vacuum
monitored. On diesel powered vehicles, use a 5/32” x 48”
250-4206 kit instead of tachometer signal. FIGURE 34

NOTE: Use blue tach wire when using grey VSS for
engine protection and clutch disengagement.
FIGURE 35
1. See Vehicle Technical Information Guide.
2. Locate the tachometer signal on the vehicle.
POSSIBLE LOCATIONS Blue Wire
A.The negative (-) side of the ignition coil. From
Harness
See Figure 35. Assembly-
B. A terminal on the distributor marked “Tach” Main Wiring

(most GM high energy ignition systems)

See Figure 36.
C. On distributorless ignition systems, there
is a tach signal wire located at the igni Ignition Coil Connector
Self-Stripping
tion control module. Consult a shop
manual if necessary. See Figure 38.
3. Route the wire from the CRUISE CONTROL
ELECTRONIC REGULATOR to the tach signal.
Keep wire away form hot, moving, or sharp GM High
objects. Energy
Ignition
4. Cut excess wire from tach wire harness
and attach to the signal in one of the follow
ing ways.
A. For terminal on GM distributor Terminal- 1/4”
Figure 37, crimp the Terminal-1/4” Female Female

on the end of tach wire and plug into

distributor.
B. If you cannot use procedure A, use a Blue Wire From Distributor
Harness
Connector- Self Stripping and attach to a Assembly Main
wire coming from a tach signal. Wiring FIGURE 36
See Figure 35.
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 Tach Wire
Connector

Connector Self-Stripping
Blue Wire From Harness Assembly-Main
Blue Wire From
Harness Assembly
White Ignition Control Wire FIGURE 37 FIGURE 38 Main Wiring

F. VSS SIGNAL WIRE CONNECTION

Once you have found the proper Vehicle Speed Sensor Wire, (see Vehicle Technical
Information Guide) if will be necessary to attach the Speed Sensor Wire from the
HARNESS ASSEMBLY-MAIN WIRING (NO.2) to this wire.
1. Route the unterminated end of the Speed Sensor Wire from the Harness Assembly-
Main Wiring to the Vehicle Speed Sensor Wire. Use care when routing the wire to
ensure that it will not come in contact with any hot, sharp, or moving objects.
2. Connect the unterminated end of the Speed Sensor Wire to the Vehicle Speed Sensor
Wire with a connector-Self Stripping (No. 28)
3. Insert the terminated end of the Speed Sensor Wire into the vacant side of the Tach
Wire Harness Connector. A click will be heard when the terminal is fully inserted. See
Figure 39.
Tach Wire Harness Connector

Tach Wire (Blue)

Terminal

Speed Sensor Wire (Grey)

FIGURE 39

G. HARNESS ASSEMBLY-MAIN WIRING

CONNECTIONS (ENGINE COMPARTMENT) Screw #6 x 5/8”

1. Plug the HARNESS ASSEMBLY-MAIN WIRING

into the Cruise Control Module (No.1). Be Cover-Cruise
Control Module
sure the connector fits securely in place.
Fit the COVER-CRUISE CONTROL MODULE
over the wires and reinstall the two Make sure wires
screws provided to hold the COVER-CRUISE 6 Pin are spread before
attaching cover
CONTROL MODULE in place. Figure 40. Connector on
Harness Ass’y
2. Attach the ground wire (Black) to a Main Wiring
vehicle ground point which is a clean
unpainted metal surface.
Cruise Control
DO NOT USE THE ENGINE AS A GROUND- FIGURE 40 Module
ING POINT FOR THE BLACK WIRE.
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H. CRUISE CONTROL MODULE MOUNTING
PROCEDURE
NOW THAT HARNESS ASSEMBLY-
MAIN WIRING IS ATTACHED TO THE
Screw-Hex
CRUISE CONTROL MODULE, MOUNT Washer
Cruise
Control
THE MODULE IN THE LOCATION YOU 1/4” - 14
Module
SELECTED IN SECTION IV Item B.
Hold the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE in
Screw-Hex
the location you selected. Secure with Washer
two SCREW-HEX WASHER-1/4”-14 through 1/4” - 14

the holes provided. See Figure 41. Be

sure that the CRUISE CONTROL MODULE is
securely in place before you start to work Mounting
inside the vehicle. Hole

FIGURE 41

J. CONTROL SWITCH INSTALLATION

If your control switch is the type which clamps on the turn signal lever, or which
requires cutting the turn signal lever or is mounted on the instrument panel, follow
instructions packaged with it. If you have a switch which replaces the complete original
equipment turn signal lever, remove the existing lever and install the Cruise Control
switch and lever assembly as instructed in the vehicle shop service manual.

WARNING
Failure to follow the instruction manual could cause the Cruise Control to work
improperly possibly causing damage to your vehicle and injury and/or death to
you and your passengers.

CAUTION:
If a two way radio is in the vehicle or is later installed, the Cruise Control regulator
should be located as far from the radio transceiver as practical (at least 3”) and
the Cruise Control wiring should be routed as far from the radio wires and coaxial
cable as practical. The radio should be wired directly to battery ground connec-
tion and the standing wave ratio of the antenna should be as low as possible.

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K. THE WIRING HARNESS
(PASSENGER COMPARTMENT) Connector
1. To find a place to get electrical power, Self-
Stripping
you will need to “ground” one lead of
your volt ohm meter. Find electrical Step 1 Step 2
ground by turning on the ignition switch
and touching one lead to a hot fused
terminal at fuse panel; touch other lead
to unpainted metal part of vehicle. The
Step 3 Step 4
metal you touch to make continuity, is
ground. Turn ignition switch off. FIGURE 42

NOTE: Some fuse panels are behind shields which must be removed first. On
other vehicles the screw that mounts the panel must be removed to get to the
fuses.

2. Locate the fuse panel, the BROWN FUSED WIRE of the HARNESS ASSEMBLY-MAIN
WIRING must be attached to a fuse that is energized (battery voltage) when the ignition
switch is on and is de-energized (zero volts) when ignition switch is turned OFF or to
the START (CRANK) position.
3. Attach terminated BROWN WIRE to fuse panel as shown in Figure 43.

DO NOT use the following power supplies:

*Turn Signal
*Hazard Lights
Fused Brown
*Windshield Wipers
Wire
*Blower Fan
*Hot side of Brake Switch
(same wire as red wire)
FIGURE 43
4. Locate the vehicle brake switch - the switch
which makes your brake lights go on when
you apply your brakes. One of the two wires
to this switch is “hot” all of the time, other wire is energized only when you apply the
brakes. It is called the “cold side” of the brake switch.
5. Touch one lead to ground (located in step A), touch other lead to one of the brake light
switch terminals. If test shows voltage (12 volts) that is the hot side of switch. Check
color of wire connected to that terminal. Red fused wire of Cruise Control harness will
be spliced to that wire.
6. Touch test lead to other brake light switch terminal. Test should show no voltage until
brake pedal is pressed. Violet wire of harness will be spliced to this wire on “cold”
side of the switch.
7. Use blue plastic splicing connector to splice Red fused harness wire to “hot” side of
brake switch and Violet wire to “cold” side of switch.
8. Connect Flat 4-wire connector that plugs into the Control Switch.
9. The Grey wire is to be attached to the VSS (Vehicle Speed Sensor) wire (See other
Form for locations or consult shop manual.)
10. The Blue wire is to be attached to the Tach (Tachometer) wire (See other Form for
locations or consult shop manual.)

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 OPERATING PROCEDURES
If your Cruise Control was installed correctly, it should perform as indicated in this
section. The Control Switch is used to operate the system.
ON/OFF: The first time you use the Cruise Control you should be on straight, paved
road away from heavy traffic. Slide the ON/OFF switch of the Control Switch to the
ON position. Nothing will happen, this simply prepares the system for use.
Remember, each time you turn OFF the ignition switch, or slide the Control Switch
to OFF, you de-energize the system. To re-energize it, the ignition switch must be
ON and the slide switch must be in the ON position. You can leave the Control
Switch ON all the time without damaging the system
SET SPEED: After turning the system ON, wait at least three seconds before trying to
set your speed. To operate the system, drive your car at a steady speed above 35
mph.
Press the SET/COAST button, and release it. Slowly remove your foot from the accelera-
tor. your speed is now in the Cruise Control Module’s memory. Your driving speed
should remain with 2-1/2 mph of your set speed.
If you want to increase your speed, press the accelerator pedal. When you release the
pedal, you will return to your SET SPEED.
ACCEL: You may also increase speed using the RESUME/ACCEL feature. Your vehicle
will accelerate as you hold the slide switch to the RESUME/ACCEL position. When
you release the switch, you will have a new higher SET SPEED.
You can also increase your speed gradually, by quickly sliding and releasing the
RESUME/ACCEL switch. Each time you slide and release the button, your speed
will increase by one or two mph.
COAST: To reduce your SET SPEED, press and hold the SET/COAST button. This
erase the old set speed, and allows your vehicle to coast. Just before reaching the
speed you want, release the button. This will be your new SET SPEED, providing
you are above 35 mph.
RESUME: When you use the brake to slow down or stop, the cruise control will remem-
ber your set speed. To return to the set speed, and you are above 30 mph, drive to
a speed within 15 mph of your preset speed. Slide the RESUME/ACCEL switch,
then release it. Your vehicle will automatically accelerate to the SET SPEED and
hold there.
When using the RESUME feature with standard transmission, you must be in the correct
gear for your SET SPEED.
After braking, the RESUME function will NOT work if you:
- Move the control button to OFF
- Turn OFF the ignition
If this happens, you need to SET SPEED again.
DISENGAGE: You may disengage from your set speed in two or three ways depending
on the type of transmission (manual or automatic) you have in your car.
- Gently depress the brake pedal to activate the brake lights.
- Turn the cruise control switch to the OFF position
- For manual transmissions depress the clutch. this will cause the engine to rev
before disengaging.
A. ROAD TESTING
Be sure to road test your Cruise Control after installation.
TEST DRIVE: Follow the operating instructions to test drive your new Cruise Control. Try
all functions on your Cruise Control to be sure it’s operating correctly.

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES
Condition
Not Working at Installation
POSSIBLE CAUSES

CRUISE CONTROL CHECK SET-UP

MODULE MODULE SWITCHES.
TEST PROGRAMMING CORRECT IF
CHECK IF 4-AMP SWITCHES SET NECESSARY
IN-LINE FUSE IS BLOWN IMPROPERLY

CHECK IF VEHICLES THROTTLE NOT CHECK THROTTLE

BRAKE LIGHT FUSE IS CONNECTED CONNECTION
BLOWN

CHECK FOR GOOD INCORRECT TACH USE A TACHOMETER TO

CONNECTION AT “HOT” SIGNAL INPUT VERIFY ENGINE RPMS’S
SIDE OF BRAKE
SWITCH
NO VACUUM TO SERVO CHECK VACUUM
SOURCE
CHECK GROUND WIRE NO VOLTAGE AT RED
(BLACK) FOR CORRECT WIRE AT CONTROL
GROUNDING SWITCH

NO VOLTAGE AT TEST
DISCONNECT 6-PIN BROWN WIRE AT
CHECK IF 4-AMP
CONNECTOR AT 6-PIN CRUISE CONTROL
IN-LINE FUSE IS BLOWN
CONTROL MODULE MODULE CONNECTOR
TURN CONTROL
CHECK FOR GOOD
SWITCH ON GROUND POOR GROUND CONNECTION AT
LEAD WIRE OF TEST CONNECTION ATTACHMENT POINT
LIGHT

BRAKE LIGHT REPLACE BURNED OUT

CIRCUIT OPEN BULBS OR CHECK FOR
TEST OPEN CIRCUIT
RED WIRE AT 6-PIN
BRAKE SWITCH WIRES
CONNECTOR. LIGHT
CONNECTED TEST
SHOULD BE ON.
INCORRECTLY RED IN-LINE FUSED
DARK GREEN WIRE AT WIRE SHOULD HAVE
6-PIN CONNECTOR. FAULTY CONTROL CONSTANT 12 VOLTS
LIGHT SHOULD BE ON SWITCH
DEPRESS TO “SET”- VIOLET WIRE SHOULD
LIGHT SHOULD GO OFF HAVE 12 VOLTS ONLY
WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS
YELLOW WIRE AT 6-PIN DEPRESSED
CONNECTOR LIGHT
SHOULD BE OFF. SLIDE
TO “RESUME”-LIGHT
FAULTY CRUISE SEE WARRANTY
SHOULD BE ON
CONTROL MODULE

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES (cont)
Condition
Eratic Operation
CONDITIONS

SURGING POSSIBLE CAUSES

CRUISE CONTROL
POSSIBLE CAUSES LOSING SPEED MODULE PROGRAM-
MING SWITCHES SET
IMPROPERLY
INADEQUATE VACUUM CORRECT IF
SUPPLY NECESSARY

INSTALL VACUUM* NOTICE

POOR THROTTLE
RESERVOIR IF THE BLUE (TACH) CONNECTION
AND GREY (VSS)
POOR THROTTLE WIRE ARE
CRUISE CONTROL
CONNECTION CONNECTED IN MODULE CABLE
REVERSE, SEVERE NOT SECURELY
CRUISE CONTROL SURGING WILL OCCUR ATTACHED
MODULE CABLE
NOT SECURELY INADEQUATE VACUUM
ATTACHED SUPPLY

FAULTY CRUISE INSTALL VACUUM*

CONTROL MODULE RESERVOIR

INADEQUATE 12 VOLT
POSSIBLE CAUSES RANDOM POWER SUPPLY
DISENGAGEMENT
POOR GROUND AND/OR
12 VOLT POWER SUP-
DISENGAGE WHILE POSSIBLE CAUSES
PLY
USING TURN SIGNAL
INADEQUATE 12 VOLT
POOR CONNECTION TO POWER SUPPLY
“HOT” SIDE OF THE
BRAKE SWITCH

ONE OF MORE BRAKE

POOR CONNECTION OF LIGHTS BURNED OUT
MAIN HARNESS
ASSEMBLY TO CRUISE
CONTROL MODULE LOSS OF GROUND
ASSEMBLY THROUGH “COLD” SIDE
OF BRAKE SWITCH
*Optional - Consult
the Auto Center

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 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDELINES (cont)
Condition
Quit Working After Installation

POSSIBLE CAUSES

TEST BLOWN FUSE(S)

4-AMP IN-LINE FUSE
(RED WIRE) USED FOR CHECK CABLE
CRUISE CONTROL
“HOT” SIDE OF BRAKE REATTACH OR
MODULE CABLE IS
SWITCH REPLACE AS
BROKEN OR
DISCONNECTED NECESSARY
4-AMP IN LINE FUSE
(BROWN WIRE) USED
FOR 12 VOLT FAULTY CONTROL DISCONNECT 6-PIN
CONNECTION SWITCH CONNECTOR AT
CONTROL MODULE.
VEHICLES BRAKE TURN CONTROL
LIGHT FUSE SWITCH ON.
GROUND LEAD OF
REPLACE IF TEST LIGHT
NECESSARY

DISCONNECT 6-PIN BRAKE LIGHTS TEST

CONNECTOR AT CIRCUIT OPEN RED WIRE AT 6-PIN
CONTROL MODULE. CONNECTOR. LIGHT
CONNECT TEST LIGHT SHOULD BE ON.
BETWEEN 12 VOLT
CHECK GROUND WIRE
SOURCE AND VIOLET DARK GREEN WIRE AT
(BLACK) FOR PROPER
WIRE 6-PIN CONNECTOR.
GROUNDING
LIGHT SHOULD BE ON
DEPRESS TO “SET”.
TEST LIGHT SHOULD GO OFF
VERIFY SPEED SIGNAL
LIGHT ON - BRAKE CONSULT SHOP
LIGHTS ARE WORKING MANUAL YELLOW WIRE AT 6-PIN
CONNECTOR. LIGHT
LIGHT OFF - BRAKE SHOULD BE OFF. SLIDE
LIGHTS NEED REPAIR VERIFY VACUUM TO “RESUME”. LIGHT
SOURCE AT MODULE SHOULD BE ON

FAULTY CRUISE SEE WARRANTY

CONTROL MODULE

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 ELECTRICAL TEST
WITH CLOSED CIRCUIT CONTROL SWITCH
This system can be checked with a test light at the 6 pin connector of the main wiring
harness.

Test made at this point will check:

1. Brake Light fuse
2. Connection at “hot side” of brake switch
3. In-line 4 amp fuse in red wire
4. Connections at flat four pin connection
5. Control switch function
6. Connection at “cold side” of brake light switch
7. Brake light switch
8. Brake light bulbs
9. Turn signal switch
10. Ground connection of black wire
11. Connection and power source of brown wire
12. In-line fuse in brown wire

You do not need to unplug the 6 pin connector from the cruise control module for these
tests; simply back probe the connections.

To make the test:

1. Ground the test light lead and verify that the test light works by probing a
known power source.
2. Follow the test charts below for these tests when using a closed circuit
controls switch.
CLOSED CIRCUIT CONTROL SWITCH

WIRE COLORS

IGNITION CONTROL DARK

SWITCH SWITCH RED GREEN YELLOW BROWN
POSITIONS POSITIONS
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

OFF ON ON ON OFF OFF

ON & press
OFF & HOLD ON OFF ON OFF
SET/COAST

ON ON ON ON OFF ON

START ON ON ON OFF OFF

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 ELECTRICAL TEST
WITH OPEN CIRCUIT CONTROL SWITCH
Test at 6 Pin Connection with OPEN CIRCUIT Control Switch

OPEN CIRCUIT CONTROL SWITCH

WIRE COLORS

IGNITION CONTROL DARK

SWITCH SWITCH RED GREEN YELLOW BROWN
POSITIONS POSITIONS
OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF

OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF

ON & press
OFF & HOLD ON ON OFF OFF
SET/COAST

ON & slide &

OFF hold RESUME/ ON OFF ON OFF
ACCEL

ON ON ON OFF OFF ON

START ON ON OFF OFF OFF

Test for Black and Violet wire grounding circuits is same as with closed circuit
control switch.
PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSES
No power on red wire Brake Light Fuse
(power) Connection at hot side of brake switch
NOTE: If any problems are found In-Line 4 amp Fuse
on red wire, correct before Connection at Flat Four Pin Connection
proceeding to others Control Switch

Incorrect operation of Dark Green Connection at Flat 4 pin connector

wire (SET/COAST) Control Switch

Incorrect operation of Yellow wire Connection of Flat 4 pin connector

(RESUME/ACCEL) Control Switch

Incorrect operation of Brown wire Wrong Power Source

(accessory power-radio fuse) In-Line 9 amp Fuse

At this point the black and the violet wire of the 6 pin connector are to be tested. (Unplug
6 pin connector for these tests)

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Attach the test light lead to a power source and verify test light operation by touching the
“Probe End” to ground; the test light should burn.
1. PROBE THE BLACK WIRE: If the black wire is properly grounded the test
light will burn.
2. PROBE THE VIOLET WIRE: If the violet wire is attached to the cold side of
the brake light switch and has continuity to ground through the brake light
bulbs the test light will burn. Pressing the brake pedal will make the test light
go out when the brake lights come on.
3. A. With the test light still probing the violet wire, turn on the ignition switch
and turn on the left turn signal light. If the test light goes out, check the
right side brake lamp bulb and its grounding.
B. Now, turn on the right side turn signal. If the test light goes out, check
the left side brake lamp bulb and its grounding.

NOTE: If, during these tests of the violet wire, the test light oscillates with
turn signal operation, you may need to install a separate brake disengage-
ment switch due to poor brake light grounding on the vehicle or poor con-
tact of the switching mechanism in the turn signal switch.
(Part #250-4206 suggested)

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WIRING DIAGRAM

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 TECHNICAL SERVICE
In the event that you need technical assistance with trouble shooting, please have the
following information when calling the Technical Service Department 910-277-1828.

This information is important for a proper and speedy diagnosis of the problems
encountered.

1. The model number and manufacture code of the Cruise Control Module (No.1) which
is printed on the case is required.
2. Vehicle make, model and year.
3. Transmission type: AUTOMATIC MANUAL
4. Brake Switch wiring connections. Ensure that the following is correct!
“HOT SIDE” connected to red wire from Main Wiring Harness (No.2)

“COLD SIDE” connected to violet wire from Main Wiring Harness (No.2)

5. Power Supply wiring connection. Brown wire from Main Wiring Harness (No.2)

6. Vacuum Source:
7. Speed Signal Source:
VSS (Vehicle Speed Signal)?
Signal Generator?
8. Tachometer wiring connection. Blue wire from Main Wiring Harness (No.2)

9. Cruise Control Module (No.1) programming switch setting:

ON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

10. Item numbers of parts used for throttle connection and cable anchor. Refer to the
Parts List and Parts Diagram on Pages 4-5 of this manual.

ITEM YES NO ITEM YES NO

7 16
8 17
9 18
10 19
11 20
12 21
13 22
14 23

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