Larry P

In my 99 and going about 70 mph when smoke started billowing out from under the left side of the dash. I braked, turned the key off and coasted to a stop. The smoke stopped and I started back up with no problem.
After the panic subsided, I realized I had just set the cruise control before it started. When I braked it would have turned off.
Anybody have anything like this? What should I look for?
Larry

mrlmd

Was it really smoke, like something was burning and did it smell like something burning, or was it just water vapor from the AC being on?

One of the things you could look for if something was really burning would be a new buyer. (Sorry, a joke). And the car runs fine? Did you try the cruise control again?

Larry P

It was smoke and it had the odor of wires overheating.
No, I have not used the cruise again.
Yes, I would love to find a buyer and upgrade.
Larry

dadaroo

You need to start by removing the knee bolster and look at the wiring. In particular. a lot of power runs through the ignition switch electrical contacts. I have a link at home on how to remove if you need it.

I would not leave the battery connected in case it is related to a wiring that is ALWAYS HOT.

Macleod52

Could it possibly be the steering wheel positioning sensor? Did you throw any codes?

Larry P

Thank you for the suggestions. I haven't used the cruise control again and have had no problems. I guess I'll take it apart see if I can see what got hot.
Larry