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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 10:58 AM
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Cruise Control problem

Hi all first post here, Just got my first X(and Ford) a couple days ago.


Anyways, the cruise control doesn't work.


I checked the CC switch on the master and it tested fine and I installed new switches on the steering wheel.


When I do the self diagnostic test with the steering wheel switches they all test fine, and on the last button(set) it lights up, but no other flashes. What does that mean?


In 1 thread it stats that 0 flashes is the speed control servo, but before spending the money on that can anyone confirm?


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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 11:04 AM
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Check your switch on the brake pedal.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 02:47 PM
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Thanks, I will try that next. Am I just checking it for continuity?
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 03:15 PM
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Ok I popped it off and tested it for continuity. the only time I show continuity is with the connection of pins 4 and 5


ideas if that makes it bad or working properly?


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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 03:24 PM
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OK after further testing the brake light switch


Pin 1 & 2 continuity when button pushed


Pin 3 & 4 continuity when button pushed


Pin 4 & 5 continuity without button pushed


Pin 4 & 5 lose continuity WITH button pushed
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 03:39 PM
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When seeking internet diagnostics it ALWAYS helpful to state what you are working on & the year X is a little vague.
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Please add your general lo-cal to the profile. There might be a member down the street willing to lend you a hand

Very common & easy fix most of the time.
If you are running it down the road & hit the 1st switch,what happens ?? When you hit the 2nd ??
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 04:41 PM
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LOL, sorry thought I added all that. Anyways its a 2001 v10 4x4, Chicago area.


So, a local parts store had the brake light switch and with it only 15 bucks I figured I try it out.


No, go.....I did the self diagnostic test again and on the last button of the test after it flashes I hear some type of motor engaging in the engine compartment. I assume that is the cruise control servo. its kind of loud.


As far as pushing button when I drive. twice while repeatedly hitting the on button I got the cruise light on dash to come on, but I would not let me "set" the cruise. Mainly though the cruise light just does not even come on unless its with the self diagnostic testing with the vehicle off.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 04:57 PM
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Sounds like you ARE hearing the servo ( the 2nd most common issue)
The 1st is the brake Master Cyc pressure switch. Do you have a short jumper installed or is plugged into the main harness directly ?? Is the pressure switch wet/leaking ?? You can test the fuss-able link patch (if you have one) by removing it & plug in directly. If you do not have one get one & a new pressure switch. YOU should find joy at that point
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 05:07 PM
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Mine acted the same way. Went thought the test...heard the noise under the hood too. I wound up replacing the servo..problem solved. Expensive...but fixed...
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 06:02 PM
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Mine acted the same way. Went thought the test...heard the noise under the hood too. I wound up replacing the servo..problem solved. Expensive...but fixed...
With a 2nd pair of eyes you can watch the servo working OR NOT
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 06:18 PM
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Do you have any codes? The cruise can set codes without turning on the CEL.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 06:48 PM
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Originally Posted by 05MilMachine
Do you have any codes? The cruise can set codes without turning on the CEL.
Well, the SES light isn't on so I am not sure if there are any codes that wouldn't pop that on.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 07:02 PM
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The cruise can set codes without turning on the light. Seen it many times when that ABS pressure switch dies or when a steering wheel switch gets stuck. Check them with a reader to be sure.
 
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Old Feb 22, 2016 | 07:05 PM
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I had the wife help me with mine and if memory serves and it was moving under testing...but not functioning in actual use. After playing with and talking to a tech friend I bought the servo.

That being said, mine was intermittent in use. It would set, and then disconnect immediately.
 
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Old Feb 23, 2016 | 06:56 AM
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Thanks everyone for their help, wife is out of town right now so I will see when she gets back about if the servo moves or not.
 
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