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GL1500 Cruise Control not working

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Cruise light goes on but will not set cruise on 1998 SE
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There are several switches that come into play with this problem. There is a cruise switch on the clutch lever, the brake lever, the foot brake and one on the throttle when you take it back to it original position while the cruise is on.

First I would hold the clutch out with your hand an try and set the cruise. It that works then the lever is worn and the switch is not working right. I just took a couple of pieces of black electricians tape and put it on the lever area where the switch makes contact and that fixed it for mine.

It could be the same problem for the brake however there are two switches there one in for the brakes and the other for the cruise. You might try the same as above to see if the cruise will set.

You could also clean the switches with Radio Shack switch cleaner and lubricant. I believe the can says rotary switch if I remember correctly. Be careful not to get it on your paint. I use a rag and wrap the switch area I am going to clean so the rag catches any run off.
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I forgot to ask, have you changed the cruise filter on the left side?
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MarioC wrote:
I forgot to ask, have you changed the cruise filter on the left side?
I didn't know it had one, where would that be located.
Thanks for your help,
Dave
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It is on the left side behing the left side panel. I have scanned pg 3-35 from my manual and am trying to post the picture for you. If I can figure it out.

That didn't work I'll try again.

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Whoa there Nellie what did I go and do. I hope this helps out.
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Your speedometer is also connected with the operation of the cruise. If your speedo is not working properly, the cruise will not work. Generally caused from a broken speedo cable.

And here is more info on the cruise AND sub filters. You really do want to address them :coollep:
http://www.goldwingfacts.com/forums/view_topic.php?id=66768&forum_id=1&jump_to=694367#p694367
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http://www.goldwingworld.com/pages/cruisecontrol.htm

Use the above reference to diagnose your problem. Most likely one of your cancel switches is not making contact. A very comon problem with aftermarket levers....-Rich
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A very common problem is the rear brake light switch sticking, causing the lights to stay on. This of course can be very dangerous but, it'sthe easiest cruisesnag to check and fix.
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Thank all of you for your help, will check it out on the weekend and let you know what I find.
Dave
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