Another Cruise Control Problem

[TClark01]

I have a 2005 Explorer Sport Trac Adrenalin with an inoperable cruise control. When I attempt to switch it on with the steering wheel button(set), the indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes on for a fraction of a second, but does not engage. The fuses all seem OK and there is no other indication of any of the other systems malfunctioning. I am unaware if this was covered by the recall a couple of years back. Anyone have any thoughts on this issue? Everything seems to be controlled by computer.

 

[blueoval9erlifer]

next time it doesn't work try hitting the brake and then try your cruise if it does work at that point then you have the same thing im having happen. i have not changed the switch out yet but thinking about it.

 

[TClark01]

As was suggested by another "poster" in another thread, I whacked the switch on top of the master cylinder with a pair of pliers several times, and, voila! The cruise control now works perfectly. I have purchased a new switch, however, and will install it tomorrow, which will most likely solve the problem permanently. TC
PS: Amazon has them on sale for $18 which is less than half what Ford wants for them.

 

[pherendeen]

Whacked the Switch and it Works!

As was suggested by another "poster" in another thread, I whacked the switch on top of the master cylinder with a pair of pliers several times, and, voila! The cruise control now works perfectly. I have purchased a new switch, however, and will install it tomorrow, which will most likely solve the problem permanently. TC
PS: Amazon has them on sale for $18 which is less than half what Ford wants for them.

Same vehicle, same problem, recall already made. Whacked the Switch a couple of times and took it back out for a test...worked perfectly! Amazing! Will also probably invest in a new switch though.