Speed Control Systems - Automatic: Operation: Notes
Cruise Command control is an integral part of the directional switch lever and consists of two separate switches. The first is "OFF-ON" and "RES" (resume) slide switch located on the flat of directional switch lever. Second is a push button switch located at the end of directional switch lever. To engage system, move slide switch to "ON" position and accelerate to desired speed. Depress and release button on end of switch lever. System will now maintain selected speed. System will automatically disengage when brake pedal is depressed and can be re-engaged to previously selected speed by accelerating to 30 MPH and moving slide switch to "RES" position, then releasing switch.
A higher speed can be set by pressing on accelerator pedal until new speed is reached and then pushing control button. A lower speed can be achieved by lightly depressing brake pedal, allowing vehicle to slow to desired speed and then depressing and releasing push button. Operation of individual components is as follows: