#1 Reason Your Ford Cruise Control Doesn't Work Anymore 

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Hi just wanted to stop by and say Thank You so much. I was having intermittent issues with my cruise control and I ran across your video and did exactly what you said and $27.00 and 30 minutes later my cruise control was working perfectly. Thanks again for your knowledge and helpful video

Man, So glad I found this video. Have an '02 Ranger that the cruise would work intermittently. Had a trip coming up (900 miles) that I was dreading. Replaced this part, and cruise worked the whole time. Thank you!

This video is most appreciated! I was able to replace this de activator switch on my Ford E350, and now my Cruise Control works every single time. It was a cheap easy fix. I had had this looked at some time ago where the mechanic pulled out the switches on my steering wheel and blew them out with compressed air and this did not correct the problem. After watching this video I took the chance on replacing this switch as I also came to learn that my Cruise Control issue could also be the mechanism in the steering column that might need replacing.

Another possibility for an inoperative cruise control system on some Ford trucks with a manual transmission is a bad clutch pedal position switch. Many thanks for this video :)

Thanks for the video! fixed my 99 ranger in about 5 minutes of wrench time. It seriously took me longer to go get the part. Couldn't solve this frustrating problem until I found your video. saved me time and money , Thanks!

Thanks for the video! We just bought our son a 2002 Mazda B3000 and found that the cruise control is inoperative. Using your video, I was able to troubleshoot it by ohming out the sensor, which was open at all times. Part's on order and will be installed asap. Thanks again!

thanks for the video. Got me going the right direction. Ordered part of amazon as local shop did not have one with the correct connection. I think it was $25.00. Was able to still use the installed fuse line placed on the truck from the recall. Only took 5 minutes to change and now there is cruise. Thanks so much. Saved me a bunch of $$$$$. 2000 f250 V10 crewcab.

Thanks for putting together the video. I made up a test harness after watching it, and the deactivation switch was OL all the time. Replaced 0.00 and OL with brakes-Cruise works perfect. Thanks again for putting together the great video.

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Just did this replacement on a 2000 Excursion V-10 and I worked great. My symptoms were no cruise functions and no cruise light on the dash. After the change all cruise functions were restored but still no light. I can live without the light. Thank you for posting this video.

Thanks! The brake switch was an open circuit when I tested it,, and a new switch fixed my cruise control. Power Ford in Albuquerque had told me that it was "probably" an ABS module problem, and wanted $850 to order the part and replace it. They still charged me $160 "restocking fee" after I told them that it wasn't the problem. Grrrr.

Saved me buying a steering wheel switch. Had no idea this switch even tied into the Cruise, makes sense when you explain it. Funny thing is, I just hooked Forscan up and found a stored code for brake switch and had my wife verify the brake lights were coming on. I was a little befuddled about the code until seeing this video, now it makes sense. No cruise and a code for a brake switch, bought the new cutout without even testing continuity. Thanks!

Wow, came upon your video while looking for something else but after viewing this video I now realised someone had installed the wrong master brake cylinder installed on my Super duty truck using a master w/o this sensor on it. Had just ordered and received a new master but with 3 ports on it yet no one including Cardone manufacturing knew what the third opening was for! Now I'll need to get the sensor and put my truck back to what it should have been from the start. THANK YOU So much sir!

Thank you. I changed my pressure switch and now my cruise control works properly again.

Thanks! This fixed the cruise control in my E-150. Garage wanted $800+ to replace the cruise control servo, when all it needed was a $25 part and 10 minutes of my time.

Well a big thank you for this video. I now have cruise on my 2000 f-250 super duty. Going to make pulling my camper a lot easier.Just want to add that you have to replace the the harness with that has the two fuses and not just the switch itself. Worked from what I hear the 1st time in years. Thanks again.

I Just replaced my switch and it is working well now. Thanks for the help!Tom

Thank you, fixed my 02 f250 in 5 minutes. Saved me $$$$

This is why I subscribe! NAPA had it in stock CCS1, Cruise control release switch, $20.09 Plus tax. My cruise was totally in active with no life at all on the dash. Remember, it is two different size wrenches standard to take the old one off, and put the new one on.

Just the info I needed - thank you!

Thanks Bro, extremely helpful video, unplugged the sensor and check for corrosion and didn't find any, drove the truck and it works every now and then so finally a Month after first seeing this Video I went out and bought the correct switch for my truck and BAM it works great.If it wasn't for the author of this Video I would never had spent the $35, it saved me hundreds if I went to a shop.

So helpful and that was exactly my problem. Thanks a lot man. Make one about the abs light and brake light coming on intermittently please.

Thank you, that is exactly what i have been looking for.

Thanks for this video. Just replaced the switch on my Excursion and now I have fully functioning cruise control!

My cruise is out, Thanks for the info. this is a good place to start.

Thank you for the share. Been trying to figure this one out.

Thanks so much for the video I just replaced mine hoping it was the issue and it was! I didn't bleed the brakes like you said but for others. You might want to know it will start spewing brake fluid when you take it off so be prepared with the new one to swap quick.

I can see by the extended harness and Ford stickers onto a new switch portal on the front of my master cylinder, that this must've been the recall done to this 98 Explorer of mine back in '07 (confirmed with selling dealer to old owner). My light started flashing on the dash last night and I noticed the cruise control also had stopped working. Since I hardly use it anyway, I just pulled the fuse (#10....3rd row down from top, 2nd from left on inside panel by driver door). That stopped the light and I'm good to go. Brake lights, everything still work fine. I'm good! Thanks for your video. Gave me confidence to shut that light up without an expensive trip to a mechanic!

believe it or not, both third brake light bulbs were out. replaced them and cruise is back working!

Just did this to my work truck and you are awesome! Thanks a ton

Thank you for this video! I just made this repair on my E-150. My cruise now functions again. Took me 10 minutes

Was having this problem in my 2003 Mercury Mountaineer 4.0l v6 AWD cruise would work sometimes, then not at all. Went through your steps of checking the continuity and voila, switch on brake master cylinder DOA. Looked like original one, pretty cruddy looking. Replaced with a carquest/BWD from advance auto. Works like a champ now. Have used several videos of yours to diagnose problems in this truck. I just bought it used, so working the bugs out still. Anyhow thanks for all you do to educate us DIYers out here. It is much appreciated to save us some money.

I had an intermittent issue with my cruise control on my 2010 F350. I changed the front switch (code reader read switch b I believe?) on the bottom of the master cylinder called the cruise control switch Part number CCS12 from Lordco in Canada. Part costed about 40.00 compared to the one I was quoted on from the Ford dealer for 450.00. When I changed it out hardly any fluid came out of the master cylinder and I had it changed out in about 10 min. Cruise control has worked ever time ever since I changed it out and its been a few weeks now. Thanks for this video and I hope my info helps some else out.

Thanks for the video post. I have owned my 2006 E250 for 2 years. Even though this video is 10 years old, it is still very relevant. I replaced this switch without any other diagnosis, and it didn't solve the problem. My mistake was that I didn't take the first step of checking the fuse first. The fuse was blown and replacing it solved the problem. Always remember the basic first steps. Luckily my mistake only cost me the low price of the switch.

That did it, thanks!! Am I wrong to be concerned about air in the brake lines? When installing new switch down onto fitting, there's got to be a bubble of air trapped inside, in the bottom cavity of switch housing. I wish I'd thought to first drip some brake fluid into the switch there, then install = bubble-free. Either way, everything seems to be workin' fine now!

hay thanks a lot that help me out a lot now it works

Sure enough, this was the problem on my 2000 Explorer..... thanks for posting.

When i have trouble with my ford i come to your channel Thank You Man 👍🏽

thank you for the information very helpful

I'm diagnosing a 2007 E150, 4.6L van. The RED brake light stays lite up on the dash and will not go out. E brake switch is operating properly, I tested it. Master cylinder is full with fresh fluid. Brakes are functioning properly. Could the pressure sensor in the master cylinder be stuck OL and cause the light to stay on? I can't get any leads on the sensor to test it because it's hanging upside down like the one in this video. There is a float inside the reservoir but no electrical connection. I dont have a wiring diagram so is there anything else I am overlooking that could effect this circuit? BTW, master cyl switch connector has good power 12v on one wire when unplugged. Should the Ebrake switch also have 12v on one terminal because I am not getting any voltage on either wire? Thanks Brian

I personally have been extremely blessed because I have owned Fords from the 1960s to 2010 from cars to f150 f250 f350 to SUVs and have never experienced any sort of cruise control problems of any kind.

Easiest repair ive ever done. Thanks. Your videos are amazing man.

Just what I've been looking for thank you.

2005 Ford Freestar. I pulled the wire loose put a jumper in the connector. Got on the road. After months of not working, it now works perfectly. Ordered new brake fluid pressure switch. Thanks a lot. I expected to have to push "off" to turn off cruise, not so. It turned off when brake was pressed just like normal.

Thank you F.T.M. I just replaced that switch and the wires on my 99 Ford Expedition. The instructions on the little blue tag that is attached to the original wires say to replace them with new ones. But luck, it still doesn't work. I'm going to do that continuity test. Thank you for that idea.

Hello! I did this fix to my truck 6 months ago and worked again, last week it stop working again so I replace switch with oem and still no cruise, any other places to look at? Thanks!

I changed this pressure switch on my 2007 Ford F250 diesel. What is the other sensor sticking it of the master cylinder? If this is a redundant switch, can I replace it with the same sensor that is on the front of the master cylinder? Thank you for the videos FordTechMakuLoco. They have been a huge help.

Thanks the information. I plan to check this out. My brother has a 2002 ford escort zx2 that cruise control doesn't work. I checked all fuses, tested OK.

This fixed my cruise on 1997 f150 great video

So I think I found my switch- behind the brake fluid, old style. All I can find are "newer style" ones. Does the cable have to be replaced as well as the switch, then?

It worked. Thank you very much.

Brian, will the Amazon "Trucks" part you linked for sensor work for a 2004 Expedition?

thank you, found you helpful, several time's.

Hey Brother.... thank you. 1999 Ford F350. Cruise stopped working, nada, nothing. $26 bucks Oreilly Auto. 5 minutes and vola'.... cruise control. One note though... it did seem to be leaking too. Not sure what that meant, and I also had no continuity.

Thanks for the video, fixed my cruise in 5 minutes

Thanks for the video's they help alot.I have a 04 explore limited v6 and my cc and engien shuts of when going up small hills on highway.I wonder if this may be the problem.

I have the old style. Can I just unscrew this and replace, or will i have to bleed my brakes? Thanks

I replaced the switch and I now have my cruise back, however, I believe my MC is leaking brake fluid from this point, which is why the switch failed in the first place. I cleaned up all the fluid around the new part and connector. If it continues to leak, can I use some plumber's tape to seal the connection? Or will I have to replace my MC? Any suggestions? Thanks for the videos, you have been extremely helpful!!!

the plug on the newer style switch is different. Is there an adaptor or something that i should be using?

Thanks FTM! I've got a 2011 Focus... intermittent cruise control. Does it have this switch as well? THANKS!

Just used this a reference on a 93 e350 body with a Shasta RV on the back. Nice unit, cruise doesn’t work. Going to test this switch as soon as I get to work, hopefully it’s the issue. Thanks!

Thanks for the information works great again ,i tested the old one with the engine off, and it tested ok . with the engine running it failed .

Thank You Very Much! I fixed my problem in five minutes and it only cost me $60.00. 04/02/2021

How do I connect my ohm meter to do the continuity test of the de-activator pressure switch

Hi there - thanks a lot for making this video. My 2007 Escape 3.0 V6 DOHC started having issues with CC today. Most of the time it won't come on at all, but if I keep on trying and trying, occasionally it comes on but goes off after around 10 seconds. Is it advisable to replace this sensor or should I be checking out something else first?

I have a 2002 navigator. noticed this particular piece is leaking brake fluid. I've noticed the pig tail had been sliced before does the connector need to be replaced too? on the Amazon listing it does show a new connector. just wasn't sure.. good video

I have 10' F350 6.4 Code P0703. PID on Snapon Souls shows BPA switch functioning, Brake switch PID shows off. Metered the pressure switch shows closed. Tail lights work. Any ideas on which direction i should go? Just bought the truck 3 weeks ago and the cruise worked on the test drive.

Hey, your not going to believe this, but here’s what happened. I had my cruise control go out the other day and went to look under the dash where my switch is, (2005 F150). I remembered someone had said something about their break pedal on a video and checked mine. That wasn’t my problem, but it got me thinking and I thought about checking my emergency break for some reason and pulled up on the release and low and behold it released a little, I must have hit my pedal at some point. Not enough to set the break, but about two clicks worth to trigger that switch. My cruise control went right back to working.. Who knew???

Hey! I have a 04 mustang V6 3.9 would the work in mine. My horn works but not my cruise

Wow, thank you very much. My 99 Windstar cruise hasn't worked for a year. Looking through AllDataPro with a code that said it was a speed sensor led me nowhere. I have no clue why I didn't pull a schematic or even do more online research to remedy this. I stumbled upon your video, jumped the socket leads (for troubleshooting purposes only) and sure enough, it's that switch. I even think there is a recall because my switch and connector are under the master cylinder. The recall fix adds a pigtail extender to get the connection away from possible brake fluid intrusion....will check with Ford before spending the $20 bucks....again, thanks!!!

💥awesome thanks!

Great description, easy fix. Thanks for the help

Is there a press switch on a 2006 ford expedition? Cruise inop on expedition, swapped relay on fuse box, cruise works but no light indication.

Thanks for the test instructions.

I just like to add also check your brake switch because mine likes to stick and if it's stuck on the cruise control won't turn on so make sure that your brakes aren't stuck in the on position before trying to activate cruise control

Works great. Thanks!

Hello, Ive got this 1993 Ranger with the 4.0 and I can't for the life of me figure out why there are two cables connecting the gas pedal and the throttle body. Im almost certain the 2nd one is for cruise control, just looking for some insight, it would be GREATLY appreciated.

I have an 06 expedition, I can't find this anywhere . would you be able to point me in the right direction to locate this? Thank you

Would this be the same issue on a 2002 Ford Taurus SE?? The cruise control has never worked.

I have a 2004 F150 FX4 and had the same problem with the cruise control not working or would work for a short span before kicking out. I found that my bake shift release switch was bad. To test if it was bad I was able to shift it into gear without touching my brake pedal. The switch can be replaced. I was able to replace the transistor inside the switch. Now my cruise works good.

Sometimes they leak and short out, blowing the fuse. If you need to replace it check your fuses too. Happened on 2 different trucks I had. There was a recall on this bc some of them caught fire.

I've got a 2002 E350 v10 high top handicap van for my parents... you can turn cruise on and set it and light comes on...but does not maintain speed...goes off like normal if brakes are applied. Is that a common symptom if this switch is bad? How come in the owners manual there is no fuse or relay listed for cruise control?

Great explanation. Very easy to hear and understand. I hope this works for me. I will chime back in if this fixed my cruise.

Mine would work every once in a while. It read 27 ohms. The new one read .2 ohms. It works great now!

2010 f350 had a code to replace switch. Did that, still no cruise control. Your thoughts?

I have a '97 E-150.. After about 2 minutes of setting the cruise it slowly increases speed.. Will changing this switch fix my problem??

Great video, I’ve replaced that switch twice both had the same reading. Both have continuity but when I hit the brake pedal it does change and still has continuity.. I’m lost tbh..

Is the part listed for cars in the description the right switch for my 2003 Expedition? Amazon says it isnt, but I dont fully trust that...

My 2012 Ford Edge cruise control only works when I click erase on my OBD II tool even though it shows no codes. Do you have any ideas why this may be happening? Shoud I replace the switch? It is standard cruise control and not adaptive.

My 94 F-150 is a 4x4 5.8 V-8. Sometimes when I start it and it idles, it goes clunk. Just like you hit a kill switch off and on. Or sometimes it does it at a stop sign. It just goes off and on instantly. Any ideas?

My cruise control went out. A few weeks later, my 2005 Ford Taurus SE, started to accelerate on it own, as if it were stuck in cruise. It went up to 70 mph and was difficult to brake. We unplugged the cable switch, yet it still ramps up and seems like it wants to take off, yet when stopped it sometimes feels as if it is going to die.. We have replaced a few sensors, yet still having issues. Any idea what this could be? Thank you.

When this fails will the cruise light not come on? I have a 2000 Windstar and cruise is not working. Also I dont see the switch go on and off with the scan tool. I do see the set speed and coast switches in the scan tool being acrivated.

My 1995 Ranger Factory Wiring Diagram for the cruise control circuit shows the Cruise Deactivation Switch as normally open, and the "BOO" Brake On/Off switch as normally open. Is it possible that some of these are manufactured as normally open for older vehicles such as my 1995 model? Great video. Thanks

I have a 91 Ford Mustang with a 5 speed I just purchased, cruise control worked when I bought it, was trouble shooting the trunk pop switch, it wasn't connected...but ow the cruise control doesn't work, any input would help if u can think of anything thanks.

Was this related to the recalls I have heard about because the brake fluid would leak into the sensor and cause fires?

'06 Mustang GT manual trans. Cruise keeps deactivating and at times will not let me "resume" or "set" or it will but just momentarily. I've already replaced the brake pedal cruise deactivation switch (blue upper) and clutch pedal position safety switch. What other switches can I check? Back up lamp switch? Brake light switch?

I've got an 08 F150, and where the Brake master cylinder is located (which according to both this video and also all places I have looked is where this switch is supposed to be), I do not see it. Could it be located elsewhere? I have already ordered the inhibitor switch that is down by the brake pedal, a small expense, but if that doesn't fix the problem I still have no cruise control and I have a trip upcoming in a few weeks that is hours long and mostly interstate. Is there a way to tell where it is supposed to be located?

I tried both your links. Looking for this part for a 2005 Ford Escape hybrid. When I typed the link on Amazon after inputting my vehicle for similar parts I found nothing but a bulkier grey tipped part for 7.99. any help?

During the colder months of the year my cruise control doesn't work, but it works fine in the warmer months. This is on 2005 E350 5.4 gas. Thanx. Mike H Kindersley, sask.