2003 Other Toyota Models Cruise Control Malfunction

2003 TOYOTA
99,486 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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PAMIGO
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I have a 2003 Matrix. When I first engage the cruise control, it will hold speed, and the accellerate/coast functions work okay. But it will shut off after about five minutes. Upon subsequent attempts, the cruise stays on for shorter and shorter durations. A Toyota mechanic made some adjustment to the brake pedal (tightened it, I believe), but the condition still persists. I understand there are many areas of a cruise control system to be diagnosed, but are there one or two areas that are most LIKELY the problem - so I can indicate same to the Toyota tech guy when I take it in again, and hopefully shorten the diagnostic time for what could be an expensive repair? Thank you..!.
Feb 7, 2008 at 5:24 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Have him pull codes on the cruise control computer-or check the cruise control actuator assembly
Feb 7, 2008 at 7:02 PM
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