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Mar 24, 2005 | 09:27 AM

FordInProgress

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http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/7277061/ So hear we go again. After all the 2000's were recalled they are looking into 95-99,2001,2002. For the cruise control defect.

Mar 24, 2005 | 09:41 AM

bigdaddyII

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trying to cover all their bases. turns out good for them, all they do is deactivate it. when the replacement parts are out, i wonder if they will replace the defected parts free or expect everyone to buy them and than pay for to get the parts installed.

Mar 24, 2005 | 10:29 AM

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I would say that they would have to replace the part and cover the bill. You bought and truck with cruise control you should have it. Disconnecting it isn't a fix it is a cover up.

Mar 24, 2005 | 11:12 AM

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All recalls are taken care of for free; it's just an inconvenience to have to make time to take it to a dealer.

Mar 24, 2005 | 11:36 AM

primetime24

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If I don't use the cruise control at all, is there a hurry to get it to a dealer to get looked at? I just don't have the time to sit there and I use my truck for work everyday.
anyone got any ideas?

Mar 24, 2005 | 11:40 AM

mel2000f150

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I call the dealer and they told me to come in anytime to have it deactived. He saied it would only take a few of mins. to do.

Mar 24, 2005 | 11:41 AM

mhamric

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I don't use mine either, but I did un-hook it for safety, took about 30 seconds. You can read more about it in the previous post about it:

I believe on page 3 there is a good pic of what to un-hook. After you un-hook it just put some electrical tape over both ends to keep any junk out of them.

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Mar 24, 2005 | 04:35 PM

fordguy21

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Thank God! I am really glad that they are doing furthur investigating. Maybe I will be able to get my leaking cruise control switch fixed.
BTW, 1997 F-150 4.2L

Mar 24, 2005 | 08:22 PM

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Even if you don't use the cruise control it can still cause a problem. The switch in question has power to it at all times....ignition on or off. That's why it's scary. You can have your truck parked for the night and have it catch fire. Not really likely but possible.