Instructions for replacing cruise control switch

Depending on which end needs to be reattached, At the Speedometer Head or at the Transfer Case, or at the Cruise Control Module (if equipped with Cruise Control).

At the Transfer Case : Underneath the truck, on the left side of the transfer case, near the tail housing/rear of the transfer case (if it's a NP203 or NP205), there should be a small rectangular box threaded onto the transfer case, the other end (facing away from the transfer case) has a threaded end on it where you'll thread the end of the speedometer cable on.

At the Speedometer : Behind the instrument cluster, protruding from the back of the speedometer, is a round male port that the speedometer cable snaps onto. You just push it onto the back of the speedometer and it locks into place. Some cables have a metal end for the Speedometer end, some have a plastic end. The ones with the plastic end will sometimes break and won't stay locked in place at the speedometer.

If it's equipped with Cruise Control, you'll have 2 Speedometer Cables, an Upper Cable (From the Cruise Control Module to the Speedometer) and a Lower Cable (from the Transfer Case to the Cruise Control Module.) Both ends of the Lower Cable have Female Threaded ends (one to thread onto the box on the side of the transfer case, one to thread onto the Cruise Control). The Upper Cable has one threaded end and one Clip On/Press On end. Reconnecting the cable is the same as the methods I mentioned above, but with 2 additional threaded connections on to the Cruise Control Module (which is usually found on the Fenderwell in the engine compartment)

Cruise controls can cease to engage if the clutch or brake light cruise switch are out of adjustment. If this happens, try placing you foot under the clutch pedal (if equipped) and lift up on it (toward you) and hold it while engaging the cruise. If it now works, it will likely cut out when you remove your foot from under the pedal. Check the brake pedal in an identical fashion. Adjusting the switch at the pedals can often solve he problem. Some vehicles (Honda, Acura, Ford, to name a few) have a plastic insert that mounts in the pedal arm which presses against the switch. These can become brittle and fracture into pieces. My Acura has little pieces of blue plastic on the floorboard around the brake pedal one afternoon and I noticed the cruise didn't work. It was the pieces of the insert that had come to pieces preventing the cruise from coming on. I replaced the insert and no more problem with the cruise.

According with the repairt guide, check this porocedure to REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery.

Fig. Exploded view of the starter motor mounting - 5S-FE engine shown, others similar (click image for zoom)

1. On some early models with cruise control, you may have to remove the battery.
2. Also on some models with cruise control, remove the actuator cover and disconnect the wiring harness. Remove the three bolts and then lift out the cruise control actuator. Remove the bracket from beneath the actuator and put aside.
3. Peel the rubber boot away and remove the nut and disconnect the negative battery cable from the magnetic switch terminal on the starter. Disconnect the electrical connector also located on the magnetic switch.
4. Support the starter by hand and remove the two mounting bolts.
5. Remove the starter from the transaxle.

To install:

1. Place the starter motor in the transaxle and support by hand.
   
2. Install the two mounting bolts and tighten them to 29-31 ft. lbs. (39-42 Nm).
   
3. Connect the connector to the magnetic switch. Place the battery cable on the switch terminal and install the nut. Tighten the nut and position the rubber boot over the cable.
   
4. Using the ignition switch, "bump" the starter over a few times and check for proper operation.

SOLENOID OR RELAY REPLACEMENT
The starter solenoid (magnetic switch) is an integral part of the starter assembly.

1. Remove the starter from the car. Remove the heat insulator from the starter assembly, if equipped.
   
2. Disconnect the wire lead from the magnetic switch terminal.
   
3. Remove the two long, through bolts holding the field frame to the magnetic switch. Pull out the field frame with the armature from the magnetic switch.
   
4. On 1.0 kW starters, remove the felt seal. On 1.4 kW starters, remove the O-ring.
   
5. To remove the starter housing from the magnetic switch assembly:
   
1. On 1.0 kW starters, remove the two screws and the starter housing with the idler gear and clutch assembly.
   
2. On 1.4 kW units, remove the two screws and the starter housing with the pinion gear, idler and clutch assembly.

To install:

1. If necessary, install the gears and clutch assembly to the starter housing. Apply grease to the gear and clutch assemblies and:
   
1. On 1.0 kW starters, place the clutch assembly, idler gear and bearing in the starter housing.
   
2. On 1.4 kW starters, place the clutch assembly, idler gear, bearing and pinion gear in the starter housing.


2. Insert the spring into the clutch shaft hole and place the starter housing onto the magnetic switch. Install the two screws.
3. On 1.0 kW units, install the felt seal on the armature shaft. On 1.4 kW units, install the O-ring on the field frame.
   
4. Install the field frame with the armature onto the magnetic switch assembly and install the two through bolts.

NOTE There is a protrusion or tab on each part; make sure you line them up correctly.

1. Connect the wire to the terminal on the magnetic switch. Install the heat insulator, if equipped.
   
2. Reinstall the starter on the vehicle. Check starter system for proper operation.

Hope this helps (remember to rating and leave a testimonial comment about this answer).

if the vehicle speed sensor in the rear end is the same as the lighter duty f series they are very vulnerable, they run right above the large gear in the main drive of the rear end gaging the speed off this gear any metal chip or anything foating in the rear end can get grabbed by this gear and hit the sensor then it is ruined very common in fords. your can check the part at autozone or similiar store for lighter duty trucks it is 19$ and very easy to get to right on top of the rear end. If this is the problem id have the gear oil changed and check for debris in rear end to keep this from happening again. good luck

There are 2 connections to the throttle lever on the throttle body under the hood. One is for the gas pedal and the other is for the cruise control. The connection for the cruise control is the lower connection. The cable has a very weak retainer system. The retainer clips wear until the cable breaks away from the throttle. To get at this area, you must remove the plastic shield that is held on with 2 push pins. Just pry the push pins up and out of their holes and the cover comes loose. You must either replace the cruise control cable (~$35.00) or reattach the cable end and use a wire tie to keep it from coming off again.

1. Remove the lower steering column cover.
2. Remove the AIR BAG bolts from the back side of the steering wheel with a T-30 socket. Install the bolts back in the air bag for reassembly. The AIR BAG will snap into place when pushed down on carefully.
3. Remove 2 screws on the bottom of the steering wheel cover. The wires need to slide out so the switch can be removed.
4. Remove the cruise control switches.

The AIR BAG does not have to be disconnected to remove the switches, just don't let it flop around or stretch the wires.

sounds to me as if you need a new ignition switch there is a metal rod that allows the locking of the shifter and as far as cruise is concerned the lever itself goes bad often but check to ensure the vacuum line going from thet intake to the round ball is in tact and not rotted out or disconnected but the shifter is locked from the ignition switch itself if you remove the plastic housing that surrounds it you should see the rod that runs down the steering column and look for the obvious anything thats come disconnected etc .

First, your car must be in gear and driving approx more than 60 km an hour
Secondly, using the Cruise Stalk switch turn the Cruise on, the dash should now have a lit icon for cruise power (green).
Once you have the desired speed, gently press the button on the end of the cruise in to set your speed. Remove foot from throttle and confirm cruise is active. Another dash light should come on as well (orange)

Failing that, if it doesnt work the usual suspect like fuses and the brake pedal micro switch should be looked at...

your vehicle speed sensor may be dropping out at times..without this signal,your cruise will not work properly..it is located in the trans housing where right side axle shaft goes into transmission..unplug it..check for pushed out pins,corroded wiring connections..remove sensor..1 10mm headed bolt..might be tight coming out..check plastic gear on sensor..may be damaged..also check engine computer for speed sensor trouble code..let me know if you find anything abnormal

Replace the speed sensor located on top of the differential housing of the rear end.