How to Use Cruise Control in a Manual Transmission Car?

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McColeman
07/23/25 8:42pm
Manual transmission car cruise control usage method: First press the cruise button on the steering wheel, the cruise light on the dashboard will illuminate. Then accelerate to the desired speed, and flip the up-down toggle switch on the right side of the steering wheel downward. The set light on the dashboard will illuminate, indicating the setup is complete. Drive safely while maintaining this setting. The cruise control system is an electronic device that automatically adjusts the vehicle's speed using electronic control technology, serving as a fatigue-reducing device for drivers. It offers advantages such as maintaining stable driving speed, improving driving comfort, and enhancing fuel economy and environmental friendliness.
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LaAniyah
08/10/25 6:37pm
Using cruise control with a manual transmission is actually quite simple, but safety must be prioritized. First, confirm your car has this feature (not all manual transmissions do), then stabilize your speed above 40km/h. Press the ON button on the steering wheel or stalk to activate the cruise system, followed by SET/- to lock the current speed. To accelerate, press RES/+; to decelerate, press SET/-. Engaging the clutch or brake will automatically deactivate cruise control, as will shifting gears. Key reminder: Never coast in neutral! Some steep hills may cause the system to disengage automatically, since manual transmissions lack the intelligent power management of automatics. Based on my experience with a Volkswagen manual, highway cruising is effortless, but it's not worth the hassle in stop-and-go city traffic with frequent traffic lights.
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