P0576: Cruise Control Input Circuit Low
What to do
Driveable; cruise control will not work. Mention any water ingress near the steering column.
What this code means
The cruise control input circuit is reading low, typically a short to ground or a switch contact welded closed. On a resistive switch ladder, water bridging the contacts produces exactly this and is worth eliminating by drying the assembly before it is replaced.
Likely causes
Start here
- Signal wire shorted to ground · moderate
- Water ingress into connector · easy
- Faulty cruise control switch · moderate
Less common
- Corroded or loose connector · easy
Symptoms
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