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Cruise Control Release Switch Adjustment

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    Fig 1: Locating Cruise Control Release Switch Electrical Connector
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  1. Disconnect the cruise control release switch electrical connector (1).
  2. Fig 2: Identifying Cruise Release Switch
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  3. Rotate the cruise release switch counterclockwise, allowing the retainer to release.
  4. Pull the brake pedal rearward to full stop.
  5. While holding the brake pedal in position rearward, push the switch inward fully until the switch body contacts the brake pedal arm.

    At this point the plunger in the switch should be pushed in.

  6. Rotate the switch clockwise until a "click" is heard.
  7. Fig 3: Locating Cruise Control Release Switch Electrical Connector
    GM1566570Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Connect the cruise control release switch electrical connector (1).
  9. The switch is properly adjusted when there is 7 mm (0.28 in) clearance between the end of the barrel and the striker plate.