- Engages and disengages cruise control
- Cruise control may not engage when the switch is damaged or failing
- Installation is best left to the professionals
Your Cruise Control Switch helps to maintain the different functions of your car's cruise control system and is usually housed directly on the steering column or wheel. Whenever you activate your cruise control by way of the Cruise Control Switch, your car will move at a set driving speed — and you won't have to engage the acceleration pedal.
Cruise control can improve fuel economy and alleviate driving fatigue on lengthy, tiresome drives. And although this switch may not be critical to the life of your vehicle, it can reduce its performance by negatively affecting your cruise control system.
When a Cruise Control Switch fails, the cause is often a short circuiting or power-related issue. These might be caused by a wiring problem with the Cruise Control Switch, general wear over time, or moisture inside or around the steering column or wheel. When a Cruise Control Switch fails, you might notice various symptoms. Your Nissan Cruise Control Switch light may stop illuminating when you press the activation switch, which often signifies a problem with the component or another system part.
Another tell-tell sign your control switch isn't working correctly is if the button stops activating the cruise control entirely, even when illuminated. If you turn on cruise control, and it doesn't maintain the specified driving speed without you stepping on the gas pedal, the Cruise Control Switch may need to be replaced.
But should you replace a faulty or damaged Cruise Control Switch at home? We advise leaving this replacement to an experienced technician. Completing the installation the wrong way could result in possible issues with your airbag or other vital functions. To be sure that the installation is done the right way, schedule an appointment at a local Nissan service center location for installation.
When buying a new Cruise Control Switch, it's important to choose one that matches the fit and function needed for your ride. Make sure you get one made specifically for your vehicle by shopping OEM components directly from Nissan Parts.
This Cruise Control Switch, part 255519CF0A, is compatible with Nissan Frontier 2016-2018. See the What This Fits tab for more details.
SWITCH ASSY-STEERING
Fits Frontier, Xterra