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S Max Cruise Control Problem

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I have a 2.0 TDi Titanium 6 Speed Manual which has lately developed a fault. When I try to use the cruise control it sometimes works and other times it doesn't for example when I press the activate button as soon as I press the + button it turns off! and other times it works without a problem. I don't do too much motorway driving so I haven't noticed it before now. The car was recently serviced and MOT'd where i was advised that my front brake pads were low, could this be the cause or is it more likely a faulty clock spring in the steering wheel?

Anyone have this same fault that could give me some advice? Obviously I will get the front pads changed in the next few weeks.

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    are you trying to activate it above 30mph ?

    im sure ive tead somewhere it has to be above something like that?

    i know the old galaxys used to be that.

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    Cruise control problems are often related to the ABS sensors / reluctor rings.

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    • 2 months later...

    I had the exact problem with my S-Max cruise control cutting out when you pressed + or - buttons. Frustrating.

    Dealer diagnosed a faulty steering wheel switch assembly - fixed for £125!

    Hope this helps.

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