Dodge 2006 Freightliner, Owner'S Manual

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UNDERSTANDING THE FEATURES OF YOUR VEHICLE 79
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Decrease set speed
Push down speed control lever (2) briefly – speed
decrease of 0.6 mph (1 km/h) each time.
To decrease speed steadily, hold the speed control
lever in the push-down position.
Resume set speed (after shutting off)
Push speed control lever back (4).
With the accelerator pedal the set speed can be
increased (for passing).
When the accelerator pedal is released again, the set
speed regulates itself again.
With the key in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock the
set speed is cancelled.
NOTE: On uphill and downhill grades it may not be
possible to maintain set speed.
WARNING!
The speed control does not adapt itself automati-
cally to road conditions; therefore do not use
cruise control on icy roads. There is a risk of skid-
ding and loss of vehicle control. This could cause
an accident resulting in severe personal injuries,
death and property damage.