I've seen threads talking about 06 on up and adding cruise control to Base Zs but I wanted to make sure there wasn't anything special with pre-06 preventing adding cc.
Thanks

 

There's actually a lot preventing it. Use the search function.

 

A lot? I had cc on my 04...

Anything's possible with the knowhow or the cash.

What's your budget and model?

 

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ A LOT of know how and a LOT of cash perhaps? I remember a few threads on this subject and never saw a single one that documented that it was successful - perhaps I missed yours?

 

Not on a Base you didn't. OP needs to search and learn, maybe you do, too.

 

Probably need to swap in the correct ECU, the cost of that plus getting it flashed to match the vin, then the controls on the steering wheel, the wiring is already there most likely. Then it might work, all the other sensors should be there already, better off to just buy a car with it already installed.

 

Didn't have a base, I'm saying it's on the same make/model and year, so it's possible. Just because it's not practical doesn't mean that he can't make it happen, there are tons of unnecessary mods done in the import community for personal preference. Since it's already going to be a custom install he could put the controls anywhere, which would be pretty nice IMO to have a custom panel for CC installed. Customization always costs, but that's the price we pay for uniqueness.
I doubt he's going to buy a new Z for cruise.

 

Look closer at the posts in my DIY. There are folks that have added it to 2006 rev ups and I'm pretty sure an 05.

 

Thanks everyone. I searched but hard to figure out exact wording to find the answer to my question.
I put in time searching, didn't just default and create a whole new thread.

 

Huge thread on this in the DIY section. If you read through the entire thing, I believe someone with an 03 was successful.

Q: Is it expensive?
A: Not really, If you already paid for an Uprev ECU flash/tune, then you can do this for pretty darn cheap (Less than $150.00 in OEM parts).

Q: How much labor is involved?
A: Not much at all. If you have a base model 6MT, just get the two supporting electronic sensors/switches for your brake and clutch pedal. Then get the OEM steering wheel controls. The wiring harness plugs are already there!

Q: Anything else to note?
A: The Base Model Gauge Cluster does not sport the LEDs for Cruise Control. With the right reflash, CC will still work with the bare minimum components mentioned above, but you won't have indicator LEDs showing this in the cluster.

Q: Can a Cruise Enabled Cluster be installed?
A: Absolutely! But the mileage for your vehicle is stored on the cluster. Thus requiring the odometer to be reprogrammed and adds more cost to this project just to have indicator LEDs. (Note: Misrepresenting mileage is illegal!)

Q: How difficult is it to replace the gauge cluster?
A: If you're a perfectionist like me, it's a PITA. The 06+ clusters have a rubberized paint coating on them that scratches effortlessly. Since the replacement cluster board I received was from a wrecker, the outer housing was completely trashed. So I had to transfer the new board into my existing housing. This was a daunting task to achieve without breaking/scratching anything and keeping dust/dirt out of the cluster. With that being said, replacement clusters can be found for around $100.00 which is super cheap compared to purchasing an OEM new one. Reprogramming fees start around $50.00 and can jump much higher depending on the shop you choose.

Q: Anything else I should know?
A: When installing the CC enabled cluster, you need to black out the SLIP and TCS cluster LEDs. Why? Because your base model Z doesn't have the supporting sensors for these features. Therefore the LEDs will be stuck on since the cluster doesn't understand wtf is going on. Not a big deal.

You can download installation instructions I put into a pdf, they detail/outline the entire process of getting CC to work without replacing the cluster:

http://s000.tinyupload.com/?file_id=...84681061546750

Cheers and Good Luck!
-Icer

 

Buy my 2004 touring and it comes with it

 

Hey icer, can you repost the pdf please?

 

8 year dead thread, but Icer is still active on here

 

It appears I've misplaced the original ppt/pdf file or I have it stored on a backup drive on my old desktop. Anyway, luck for us, this doc was featured on zcarblog.com years ago and it's still searchable.
Here's the LINK.

You can download a copy for posterity.
Cheers!
-Icer

 

Thanks a stack, Icer!

I wasn't sure that would work - but glad it has. Downloaded and stored.

Cheers,
Henry (NZ).