Why should retrofitting cruise control be left to a professional?
The basic function of the cruise control is to control the speed of movement. Retrofitting cruise control is very easy for some vehicles, and very difficult for others. It may be necessary to remove numerous parts to connect the cables. To retrofit cruise control, you not only need electronic knowledge, but also expert knowledge of the structure of the car and its electronics. Therefore, self-retrofitting of cruise control is recommended only for people who are very tech-savvy and know the vehicle well. If you are not one of these people, you should hire a professional to do the retrofit.
What should you pay attention to when retrofitting cruise control?
The cruise control system controls the speed of the vehicle in the same way as you do, by determining the position of the gas pedal. However, the cruise control activates the throttle valves via a cable connected to the actuator, instead of pressing the accelerator pedal. The gas pedal valve controls the power and speed of the engine by limiting the amount of air that the unit sucks. When the cruise control is engaged, the actuator pulls the cable connected to the pivot, which adjusts the throttle. However, it also pulls the cable coming from the gas pedal, and it is for this reason that the pedal moves up and down when the cruise control is in operation. All this requires knowledge when retrofitting the cruise control.
What are the benefits of cruise control?
Cruise control significantly increases driving comfort. On long, monotonous journeys, you can simply take your foot off the gas pedal and just concentrate on the road. In addition, the speed limit can avoid traffic fines. Especially when you”re driving abroad, where the speed limits are different from what you”re used to, cruise control can help you stick to these limits at all times and avoid a fine.
What preparations should be made before retrofitting the cruise control?
Subsequent installation of cruise control Before retrofitting the cruise control, many car parts must be removed, for example the steering wheel, steering column switch, light switch, vehicle power control unit, relay bracket and fuse box.
What variants are there?
There are cruise control systems where the speed can be precisely set manually and there are cruise control systems that only maintain a predetermined speed. In both cases, the subsequent installation of the cruise control is a job that is best left to experienced craftsmen.
How long does it take to retrofit cruise control?
In a newer car that already has an electronic connection between the accelerator pedal and the throttle valve, the retrofit should take about an hour. However, if additional connections must be installed, this can take significantly longer. sr
