OPERATION
The PCM on NGC vehicles first senses that the
speed control is set. If the set speed is exceeded by
more than 4 mph (6.5 km/hr) and the throttle is
closed, the PCM on NGC vehicles causes the trans-
axle to downshift to THIRD gear. After downshifting,
the automatic speed control resumes normal opera-
tion. To ensure that an upshift is appropriate after
the set speed is reached, the PCM on NGC vehicles
waits until the speed control system opens the throt-
tle at least 6 degrees before upshifting to OVER-
DRIVE again.
If the driver applies the brakes, canceling auto-
matic speed control operation with the transaxle still
in THIRD gear, the PCM on NGC vehicles maintains
this gear until the driver opens the throttle at least 6
degrees to avoid an inappropriate upshift. The
upshift is also delayed for 2.5 seconds after reaching
the 6 degrees throttle opening in anticipation that
the driver might open the throttle enough to require
THIRD gear. This will avoid unnecessary and dis-
turbing transmission cycling. If the automatic speed
control RESUME feature is used after braking, the
upshift is delayed until the set speed is achieved to
reduce cycling and provide better response.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - ROAD TEST
Perform a vehicle road test to verify reports of
speed control system malfunction. The road test
should include attention to the speedometer. Speed-
ometer operation should be smooth and without flut-
ter at all speeds.
Flutter in the speedometer indicates a problem
which might cause surging in the speed control sys-
tem. The cause of any speedometer problems should
be corrected before proceeding. Refer to the Instru-
ment Cluster for speedometer diagnosis.
If a road test verifies an inoperative system, and
the speedometer operates properly, check for:
• A Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). If a DTC
exists, conduct tests per the Powertrain Diagnostic
Procedures manual.
• A misadjusted brake (stop) lamp switch. This
could also cause an intermittent problem.
• Loose or corroded electrical connections at the
servo. Corrosion should be removed from electrical
terminals and a light coating of Mopar Multipurpose
Grease, or equivalent, applied.
• Leaking vacuum reservoir.
• Loose or leaking vacuum hoses or connections.
• Defective one-way vacuum check valve.
• Secure attachment at both ends of the speed
control servo cable.
• Smooth operation of throttle linkage and throttle
body air valve.
• Conduct electrical test at PCM.
• Failed speed control servo. Do the servo vacuum
test.
CAUTION: When test probing for voltage or conti-
nuity at electrical connectors, care must be taken
not to damage connector, terminals or seals. If
these components are damaged, intermittent or
complete system failure may occur.
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE
DESCRIPTION
N·m
Ft. Lbs.
In. Lbs.
Servo Mounting Bracket
Nuts
14
10.3
123.9
Servo Mounting Bracket
Bolts
14
10.3
123.9
Servo Mounting Nuts
6.7
60
RS
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SPEED CONTROL (Continued)