Conrad Anderson can install cruise control onto 99% of road vehicles, using the actuator, command module and accessory options. To make it easier to decide which cruise control is fitted to which vehicle, we have some very simple rules to follow.

Which Actuator do I need?

Many modern vehicles can now be fitted with the AP800 which is a fully electronic system which interfaces with the throttle pedal via a T-Harness. There are vehicle specific T-Harnesses which plug into the pedal and universal ones which require soldered joints onto the vehicle's pedal wiring loom. Universal T-Harness systems are only an option if Conrad Anderson fit the system, however the vehicle specific option is recommended if you want to self-fit. Look at the T-Harness List to find out if this is an option for your vehicle.

The GC30 and GC55 Actuators are electro-mechanical systems which act on either the throttle cable connection in the engine or, for Drive-By-Wire vehicles, on the throttle pedal. These cost less than the AP800 and we fit them onto many vehicles both new and old.

The GC30 is a vacuum actuator which connects onto the main brake servo pipe. These cost less than the GC55 and are good for many 4x4's and vans which have plenty of space around the throttle pedal. The GC55 is an electric actuator which requires less space around the pedal and has more adjustment for the more powerful engines. Petrol engines below 1.6l will require the GC55 however if you tow a trailer or caravan that threshold should be more like 2l. 

Speed Signal or VSS

This is an electrical impulse which the cruise control uses to find out the vehicle's road speed. The cruise control detects the number of pulses per mile and adjusts the throttle up or down depending the terrain.

Most vehicles built from mid 1990's have an in-built speed signal, if not or for older vehicles a speed pulse generator or magnets can be used. Some very new vehicles require a CANBUS interface box to decode the speed signal however, most vehicles although they utilise the CANBUS system also have a clean speed pulse which can be used.

Command Modules
Conrad Anderson supply a wide range of command modules to cater for many makes and models of vehicle.

Stalk command modules - GC3, GC4, GC5 - The majority of new vehicles can have the these fitted, they are very practical to use being within fingers reach of the steering wheel and are very in-keeping with modern vehicle interiors. Some vehicles don't have enough space around the steering wheel to fit another stalk so there are other options.

Infra-Red Steering wheel mounted command module - CMIR - It consists of an IR eye and an on/off switch on the dashboard, along with the main module which connects to the steering wheel using a strap. Ideal for vehicles lacking room on the dashboard or on the steering collumn.

Dash mounted command module - GC1 - a three button pad which sits on a flat part of the dashboard. With modern vehicles mainly having curved, busy dashboards it is a good option for use on older vehicles with lots of flat space available.

Peugeot Citroen OEM Stalk Command Module - CMPCIT – the OEM stalk as seen in the factory fitted Peugeot and Citroen cars. This is adapted to work with our cruise controls and can only be fitted to Peugeot and Citroen cars with the reciprocal fitting on the steering column. On the left of the steering column just behind the steering wheel some vehicles will have a removable blanking plate, while others will have a flat section that will need to be cut out. The fitting to receive the module is underneath the plastic cowl.

Memory module - CM8 - an accessory which can be added to any of the above actuators and command modules. A dash-mounted pad with 3 preset speed memories.

It is not usually necessary to fit electric servos to Fiats, Mercedes or VW's. We have cruise control systems with vacuum servos.

Fiat:
Motorhomes in the Fiat range built before the year 2000 will not have a speed signal. Any model after that i.e. Fiat JTD models have a useable speed signal.

To keep costs down:
If the motorhome is not a Fiat JTD then we recommend the MS50 with a speed pulse generator instead of magnets.

If the motorhome is a Fiat JTD then any cruise control in the professional series will be suitable.

Mercedes:
If the Mercedes has a speed signal then we recommend the professional series of cruise control.

Ford Transit:
If it has an electronic throttle it probably needs an electric servo.

So far we have been unable to fit only a few models of vehicle.
This is subject to change as new cruise controls are being made available to us.
We are happy to advise on individual models please call 0800 279 0085,
or contact us for more details.