Cruise Control pulsing problem.

[xpeteyjtx]

Why did you not go for a test drive with the mechanic?

Is this something that happens all the time when you enable the cruise? If so, the dealer is messing with you.

Go back to the dealer (or better yet - try a different dealer) and go for a drive with the mechanic. First, make sure that this was a factory installed item.

I do not have cruise on my Yaris so i cannot speak from experience. But I have driven many cars and I am confident that the Yaris was not designed to "blip" the throttle every 2 seconds while in cruise.

[rg570lvr]

Originally Posted by xpeteyjtx

Why did you not go for a test drive with the mechanic?

Is this something that happens all the time when you enable the cruise? If so, the dealer is messing with you.

Go back to the dealer (or better yet - try a different dealer) and go for a drive with the mechanic. First, make sure that this was a factory installed item.

I do not have cruise on my Yaris so i cannot speak from experience. But I have driven many cars and I am confident that the Yaris was not designed to "blip" the throttle every 2 seconds while in cruise.

The last time I brought it in I was supposed to go with the mechanic, I had to wait for hours being told they were working on other cars and finally when one was available he took another mechanic with him instead without me knowing. When they came back the service rep told me both mechanics said it was fine. At that time they were closing and being pissed I just figured I couldn't get anything done, so I gave up. How can I find out for sure about it being factory installed. As I'm writing this I'm looking in the owners manual and they don't show anything about one...As for when it happens, sometimes it works just fine the whole trip, but most of the time it acts up like described.

[xpeteyjtx]

Originally Posted by rg570lvr

How can I find out for sure about it being factory installed. As I'm writing this I'm looking in the owners manual and they don't show anything about one...As for when it happens, sometimes it works just fine the whole trip, but most of the time it acts up like described.

hmm... if you call Toyota and give them your VIN, they should be able to help you.

It is up to you whether you want to take the dealer's word for it. The dealer may also be able to check on the car's configuration based on your VIN.

I am not sure whether cruise was an option for 2008. If it's not in the manual, it would appear to have been not available.

Next time the cruise is acting up, drive by the dealer. Explain that you need a technician to go for a quick drive with you. Tell them that you don't want to waste anymore of their time and your time.

[rg570lvr]

I'll try calling Toyota again and see what they say. It would be a lot easier to get it fixed if it were consistent, but I just know if I go riding wth a mechanic it will work just fine just because I want to show him, and then act up on my way home. It's gotten to where when I bring it in to get it looked at they kind of give each other funny looks but don't say anything. My dad did tell my recently that they fired the service rep that would wait on me so maybe things will go better next time I go in, so I'll try Monday on my day off. Thanks a lot you guys.

[xpeteyjtx]

Originally Posted by rg570lvr

I'll try calling Toyota again and see what they say. It would be a lot easier to get it fixed if it were consistent, but I just know if I go riding wth a mechanic it will work just fine just because I want to show him, and then act up on my way home.

Yup, usually happens to me too. Good luck.

[rg570lvr]

Thanks again guys, you've all been a lot of help. You got me to notice things I hadn't noticed before.