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Item Details
A Buyers Guide - Cruise Controls
ILC Reference NO 51:11:601
Item sourced from ILC ACT database
Short Description
An electronic cruise control can be fitted to most cars, manual or
automatic. It enables you to maintain a constant speed whether going uphill or down. The speed is set by the driver and is maintained until he/she touches the brake or accelerator.
More Details
. The control must be placed on a stalk on the left side (usually alongside the wiper switch) or on a switch pad which can be positioned to suit the driver.
. The switches are most often push button type or slide.
. The standard switches are small and may not suit a person with limited dexterity.
METHOD OF USE:
. Set: - driver accelerates to desired speed and pushes the button to set the speed.
. Resume: - after braking, the resume button is pressed and the vehicle returns to the last set speed.
. Accel: - in order to accelerate to pass a vehicle the resume button is held in place and when released the vehicle returns to the last set speed.
INSTALLATION:
. Can be installed by the home mechanic or an auto electrician.
. Illustrated instructions come with each kit.
CONSIDERATIONS WHEN CHOOSING:
. Simplicity of the switches and pattern of use.
. Your dexterity to control the switch.
. Ease of positioning the switch on your vehicle to be within easy reach.
. Extra costs if the vehicle has manual transmission.
AVAILABILITY:
. Many brands are available and some are imported which affects the cost.
. Look in the Yellow Pages under `Auto Electricians.
ADDITIONAL POINTS TO CONSIDER:
. Helps prevent fatigue on long driving trips especially for those unable to
sustain one position for a long period of time and those using hand
controls.
. Eliminates risk of unintentional speeding.
. Although this unit will reduce the amount of time that the foot must be on
the accelerator, the ability to use brake and accelerator is still needed.
Installation
All modifications which affect the driving controls must be approved by an Engineering Signatory. The engineering certificate must be produced if requested by an authorised officer such as a Police Officer or Vehicle Inspector.
Licence and Insurance Requirements
The ACT Road Transport Authority guidelines do not allow a person to drive using a modified driving control until they have passed a disability driving test. The test must be done in a modified vehicle with the required attachments. If a licence is granted, the licence must state all special conditions (if any) that are legally required to be used by the applicant, including any special fittings and modifications required in the vehicle to enable them to drive safely.
(For further information on ACT Road Transport Requirements, see the Driving and Licensing Regulations minor group in the Transport section).
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