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Item Details

Buyers Guide - Cruise Controls

ILC Reference NO 51:11:007
Item sourced from ILC NSW database


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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 they touch the brake or accelerator.


Price Guide
Approx Price: $0.00
Price Date: 14/03/2008


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 Comment
. 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.


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