1981 cruise control issue
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1981 cruise control issue
The cruise control on my '81 Corvette is working, but only if the speed is around 35-40 mph, anything higher it will not engage. Any ideas as to what the problem is? Thanks.
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The only difference between 1979 and 1981 was the resume wire..
So this manual should help you with some insight as to your issue.
http://repairs.willcoxcorvette.com/w...iagnostics.pdf
So this manual should help you with some insight as to your issue.
http://repairs.willcoxcorvette.com/w...iagnostics.pdf
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Thanks, that gives me some good information on how it works.
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My "guess" is that the control head is clogged with ? and is blocking vacuum passage. You can remove and partially disassemble to clean it out. Since it works properly at some speeds, it's unlikely to have an electrical problem, IMO.
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Thanks, I will also plan some clean up. It is a 5K mile car, so not sure too much could be wrong with it.
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