Why is my cruise control not working on my Silverado?

Why is my cruise control not working on my Silverado?

The cruise control on my 2009 Silverado would not work at times. There were a few posts saying the brake lights would stick on causing the cruise not to work, but my brake lights worked fine.

What was the problem with my cruise control?

The problem with the cruise control was the LED lights I installed. I put the stock incadecent lights back in and the brake unit on the trailer works correct and the cruise works. Never thought of the lights because I didn’t use cruise until I started traveling which was a while after I installed the LEDs.

Can you change the brake light on cruise control?

No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. nealinator wrote: No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. This. Neither will TPMS light. And yes, change the brake light switch and see what happens. Cheap, easy and very often the culprit.

Is the airbag light disables cruise control?

But if anyone else knows if the airbag light disables cruise control that would be great to know! No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. nealinator wrote: No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. This. Neither will TPMS light. And yes, change the brake light switch and see what happens.

In my new to me 2008 Silverado 1500, cruise control is not working. The light will go on at the cruise button on the steering wheel but it will not engage when pressing the set button nor does the cruise indicator light show on the dash. I first assumed it was because I replaced the 3rd brake lights with LEDs.

Why are the lights on my steering wheel not working?

You can’t post conmments that contain an email address. If this is the lights for the switches in the steering wheel, these are LED’s. The switches are made in such a way that it is prudent to replace the switch rather than try to take it apart and replace the LED. The switches are relatively inexpensive and are very easy to replace.

Why does my cruise control light not come on?

The light should be illuminated as soon as the cruise control system is switched on to notify the driver that the system is activated. If the light does not come on, that may be an indicator that there may be a problem with the switch, or perhaps another component in the system.

What are the symptoms of a bad cruise control switch?

Cruise control light doesn’t illuminate. One of most common symptoms of a problem with the cruise control switch is a cruise control light that will not illuminate. The light should be illuminated as soon as the cruise control system is switched on to notify the driver that the system is activated.

Are there any Chevy steering wheel lights left in stock?

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In my new to me 2008 Silverado 1500, cruise control is not working. The light will go on at the cruise button on the steering wheel but it will not engage when pressing the set button nor does the cruise indicator light show on the dash. I first assumed it was because I replaced the 3rd brake lights with LEDs.

No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. nealinator wrote: No, the airbag light will not affect the cruise control. This. Neither will TPMS light. And yes, change the brake light switch and see what happens. Cheap, easy and very often the culprit.

What kind of steering wheel does Chevy have?

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The cruise control on my 2009 Silverado would not work at times. There were a few posts saying the brake lights would stick on causing the cruise not to work, but my brake lights worked fine.

Why are my brake lights not coming on?

The problem with my truck is the brake lights come on when I hit the brakes but then go off and won’t come back on until I either push the brakes down harder, or release the brakes and press them again.

Where is the wire for the cruise control?

My truck occasionally is turning over 2 or 3 times and then starting and resets the clock. If the mechanic finds what the problem is I will let everyone know if I don’t get it fixed tonight which is doubtful. The wire is located just to the left of the brake pedal.

What to do if your cruise control does not work?

Went through the owners manual and noticed there is a “STOP” fuse on the far right side hidden between two larger breakers. I pulled that and it was burned. Removed the trailer wires and spare brake light wiring (for the topper) anything that could have caused the short.

Why is my cruise control light not working?

Aftermarket lighting, such as LED brake light conversion, might trick the CCM into thinking a brake light is blown, as LED bulbs draw less current than incandescent bulbs. Fuses and Relays – On some vehicles, fuses and relays are used to protect the cruise control actuator circuit.

What does it mean to have cruise control?

Cruise control is a system to maintain vehicle speed without direct driver input. When you want to engage cruise control, you first turn the system “On” with a button or switch. However, this alone does not start the cruise control.

Are there any problems with GMC Sierra cruise control?

This is on a 2008 GMC Sierra All Terrain. 70,000 miles and the only mod is a Black Bear tune. Have any tail or brake lights out? If the system detects improper resistance from the bulbs it can cause trouble with the cruise. I’m not sure.

How does the cruise control work on a Silverado?

Inside the switch there is a rotating cam that activates the switch. When pressure is applied to the brake, it rotates. Mine had worn to the point it was not rotating enough to activate the contacts. New switch fixed it. Parts manager said this is a BIG problem and they keep LOTS of those switches on hand.

What should I do if my cruise control is not working?

The AC Delco switch is $14 on Amazon so I guess I’ll replace it to see if it is the problem. But if anyone else knows if the airbag light disables cruise control that would be great to know!