Speed Control: Description

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The speed control system is electronically controlled by the Engine Control Module (ECM). A cable and a vacuum controlled servo are not used. This is a servo-less system. Control of the system is accomplished by a 4-position, instrument panel mounted switch (Fig 1 ).

Fig 1: Locating Speed Control Switch

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

Switch settings ( Fig 2 ) are:

Set / Accelerate
Resume Set Speed
Set / Decelerate
Off
The system is designed to operate at speeds above 25 mph (40 km/h).

Fig 2: Identifying Speed Control Switch Functions

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

WARNING: THE USE OF SPEED CONTROL IS NOT RECOMMENDED WHEN DRIVING CONDITIONS DO NOT PERMIT MAINTAINING A CONSTANT SPEED, SUCH AS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC OR ON ROADS THAT ARE WINDING, ICY, SNOW COVERED, OR SLIPPERY.