cruies control not working

when i first got my truck my cruise control was working but i had to push the the set botton several times now it will not work at all the light comes on but it will not ingage any ideas

 

Don't know if this will help because of the first part of your sentence, but there is a switch at the top of the clutch pedal that needs to be depressed in order for the cruise control to work.

Over time the clutch pedal gets a little more play at the top to the point that it no longer pushes that switch in enough to have the cruise control work.

Try putting your foot under the clutch pedal and pulling it up all the way... while doing that see if you can engage cruise control. If that works then all you have to do is adjust your clutch pedal so that there is less play at the top.

 

This^^^ should be the reason why, if you don't have a manual I have no clue

 

thanks i try that just about to roll 300000 so ya im sure its a bit loose

 

i tyred pulling up on the cluch that did not do it any other ideas

 

Is the replacement of a 2001 taco an easy replacement, or will I need professional help?

 

Is your battery/alternator going out?

I had a bad battery terminal once and cruise wouldn't function until I replaced it.

 

You will need professional help to replace a 2001 Taco. Replacement is very hard to do. I honestly don't know how people do it.

 

replace the switch in the steering wheel, its bad.

they don't go bad very often but are expensive to replace at $82 http://www.toyotaonlineparts.com/oe-toyota/846300c010

or try looking for a used one at salvage yard (where prices vary wildly) or ebay at around $50
http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...coma+cruise+control+switch+846300c010&_sop=15

I would avoid any cheapo aftermarket ones, aftermarket shit doesn't last long and don't work very well on these trucks

 

Thanks for the info. I might just go without it......

 

Update: The springs on the clutch pedal control (manual) broke through the housing, causing a failure of the cruise control (sensor). Replaced the bracket and cruise works just fine. Almost broke through both sides of the bracket. Lucky, I guess. but 220,000 miles later I guess it's somewhat expected....

 

Ive been having issues with my Cruise control...I hadnt got around to looking into it much, found the clutch pedal switch gap excessive fixed that and it worked for a bit, then cruise quit working again! So yesterday I check under the hood and the cable was loose, put it back in its bracket and tightened up the nuts and it works again!

 

If it isn't that, check the fuses. I believe there's a 20 amp fuse for the CC if memory serves me correct.

 

I havent found the fuse location for mine as of yet..