Cruise Control System; Description; Operation; Main/Control Switch - Mazda 1983 RX7 Service Manual

ARTICLE BEGINNING
1983 CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS
Mazda
RX7

DESCRIPTION

Main switch is used to turn system on and off. A control
switch with "SET (ACCEL)" and "COAST (RESUME)" is used to set desired
speed. System will not operate at speeds under 25 MPH. Main switch is
located on the right side of dash. Control switch is on right side of
steering column.

OPERATION

MAIN SWITCH
Pressing the main switch activates the cruise control.
CONTROL SWITCH
When "SET" switch is pressed and then released, desired speed
is set. If switch is continuously pressed, the vehicle will accelerate
until switch is released, at which time the new or higher speed will
be set.
When "COAST" switch is moved down or rearward, speed will be
reduced. When switch is released, the new or lower speed will be set.
If cruise control is overridden by means other than the main switch,
original speed can be resumed by operating switch forward or up.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK
Blown fuse. Faulty main switch, control switch, speed sensor
or actuator. Malfunction of stop, clutch or inhibitor switch. Bad
ground or wiring.
SPEED SETTING CAN'T BE CANCELED
Faulty control unit. Malfunction of clutch, stop or inhibitor
switch.
SET SPEED IS NOT HELD
Faulty actuator, control unit or speed sensor. Actuator
control cable malfunction.
SYSTEM DOESN'T ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY

CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM

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1983 Mazda RX7
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