DIY: 2006-2011 Yaris OEM Cruise Control Complete Installation

[Diagnostic]

Originally Posted by CTScott

My understanding is that only the 1.33L 2012+ European Yaris supports cruise control. Do you know if cruise is offered as an option on any of the UK 998cc Yaris?

Unfortunately after contacting the main dealer today, they have said the 998cc is not equipped with cruise for the UK. If I were to fit an aftermarket cruise system it would affect my warranty. Well I'm not worried about that but am a little cost conscious, a Google search last night revealed the price is likely to be circa £500 ($750)

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Diagnostic

Unfortunately after contacting the main dealer today, they have said the 998cc is not equipped with cruise for the UK. If I were to fit an aftermarket cruise system it would affect my warranty. Well I'm not worried about that but am a little cost conscious, a Google search last night revealed the price is likely to be circa £500 ($750)

I have noticed as well that the aftermarket cruise control options for European Yaris are crazy expensive. I believe that the Rostra system, which was the dealer installed cruise control option for the US for 07-08 Yaris, will work on European Yaris, nut I have not had the opportunity to test the theory yet. The Rostra kits were about $250. I actually have one of the kits in my possession, and really need to coordinate doing some experimentation on one of my European trips.

[Diagnostic]

Originally Posted by CTScott

I have noticed as well that the aftermarket cruise control options for European Yaris are crazy expensive. I believe that the Rostra system, which was the dealer installed cruise control option for the US for 07-08 Yaris, will work on European Yaris, nut I have not had the opportunity to test the theory yet. The Rostra kits were about $250. I actually have one of the kits in my possession, and really need to coordinate doing some experimentation on one of my European trips.

Now I'm really confused or dense; I've been assured the Rostra 250-1836 cruise stalk and the 250-4206 clutch switch will work with my car. I don't see how as its only the switches and a few wires, if the car is not pre-wired and configured theirs nothing smart for the cruise stalk to talk to. Is that right? Or am I both confused and dense? Perhaps this seller wants me to add gullible?

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[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Diagnostic

Now I'm really confused or dense; I've been assured the Rostra 250-1836 cruise stalk and the 250-4206 clutch switch will work with my car. I don't see how as its only the switches and a few wires, if the car is not pre-wired and configured theirs nothing smart for the cruise stalk to talk to. Is that right? Or am I both confused and dense? Perhaps this seller wants me to add gullible?

Information provided by: Kartronix- eBay item: 261180202724

The Rostra 250-1836 definitely will not and the 250-4206 is just the clutch switch. It is the same as what I sell (but for much more money). The Rostra kit that I believe will work is the discontinued one that used a smaller stalk that mounted to the opposite side of the steering wheel and had a green LED on the stalk. That kit includes a control box that does the cruise control functionality (which your ECM lacks) and is does so by intercepting and overriding the throttle pedal signals.

[Conrod]

I bought a cruse kit off CTScott for my 2012 1.3l Yaris and it worked perfectly and took me 20 minutes to install.

Conrod
Logan City
Queensland
Australia

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Conrod

I bought a cruse kit off CTScott for my 2012 1.3l Yaris and it worked perfectly and took me 20 minutes to install.

Conrod
Logan City
Queensland
Australia

Excellent! So, now we know that both 1.5L and 1.3L Australian 3rd generation Yaris support cruise control.

[Diagnostic]

Originally Posted by CTScott

The Rostra 250-1836 definitely will not and the 250-4206 is just the clutch switch. It is the same as what I sell (but for much more money). The Rostra kit that I believe will work is the discontinued one that used a smaller stalk that mounted to the opposite side of the steering wheel and had a green LED on the stalk. That kit includes a control box that does the cruise control functionality (which your ECM lacks) and is does so by intercepting and overriding the throttle pedal signals.

Hi Scott. The now obsolete unit you mentioned above; do you have a model number and I'll try and locate one on FleaBay or alternatively perhaps you can provide the kit yourself?
Really, really want to have cruise on my 998cc
Regards

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Diagnostic

Hi Scott. The now obsolete unit you mentioned above; do you have a model number and I'll try and locate one on FleaBay or alternatively perhaps you can provide the kit yourself?
Really, really want to have cruise on my 998cc
Regards

I can work with you with the kit that I have. We just need to verify a couple of things to confirm my theory before I ship it. I will PM you my email so we can work directly on some photos that I will need.

[Kubcat]

Originally Posted by CTScott

Excellent! So, now we know that both 1.5L and 1.3L Australian 3rd generation Yaris support cruise control.

Just another confirmation that all worked well on an Australian spec 2013 1.3L automatic.

I did take photos but cant resize them to upload. Many photos on this site anyway so probably not going to add a lot of value by posting mine.

It was extremely easy, the airbag just popped out once the 3 pins were pushed in. I had disconnected the battery before removing the airbag and waited 10 minutes as was advised by a mechanic friend. All in all it took 20 minutes including the 10 minute battery wait and a call to the dealership to get the reprogramming code for the stereo. All plug and play, there was only one slot so couldn't get it wrong. All the functions and cruise control dash indicators work correctly.

The only thing that makes it look not factory is the cover plate that is removed for the cruise control stalk can't be reinstalled as is and there is a gap around it. A photo of a genuine one with a cutout would be nice so I could cut a hole in mine and make it look neater.

[toyman162]

Originally Posted by CTScott

I have shipped cruise control parts to Australia for installation on 3rd generation Yaris with the 1.5L engine. I am not sure about it working on the Australian 1.3L, although it does work for the European 1.33L Yaris.

G'day Scott,

I, too, am from Australia. I have a 2007 1.5 Auto Yaris, and am interested in your cruise control for my car. Do you know if the unit(s) you have sent to Australian owners have worked OK?
If so, how much are the parts shipped here?

Thanks,
John.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by toyman162

G'day Scott,

I, too, am from Australia. I have a 2007 1.5 Auto Yaris, and am interested in your cruise control for my car. Do you know if the unit(s) you have sent to Australian owners have worked OK?
If so, how much are the parts shipped here?

Thanks,
John.

They have worked for 2012 and newer Yaris, but I am fairly certain that they will not work for 2006-2011 Australian Yaris.

[CueBall]

Originally Posted by CTScott

...I am not sure if they are still doing so, but in the past for non-factory cruise control installation they always used the Rostra aftermarket system, rather than taking advantage of the ECM's built in functionality.

That's just dumb.. I bought the kit, (from Scott) had it installed in about an hr, and it works beautifully! Dont know why they wouldnt use the built in feature.

[Politronics]

HI! I just got a used 2009 Yaris Manual Tranny Hatchback, California car. I have seen some threads about Cal cars no being prepped for the CC. They seem to say that those 2009 and newer are. Can anyone confirm this?

Thanks!

JP

[krt]

Dear CTScott and Diagnostic, have you done any advance on fitting the old controler in the UK MK2 model?
CTScott, have you had success contacting and and working together Diagnostic? If you lost contact with him, I could help you in this matter.
Thanks.

[guitarchaos64]

hi scott,
i just bought a 2012 yaris and would like to install cruise control on it. i live in arizona. can i buy the parts from you?

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by guitarchaos64

hi scott,
i just bought a 2012 yaris and would like to install cruise control on it. i live in arizona. can i buy the parts from you?

Yes. PM sent.

[jackab]

Hi Scott, I have a 2011 Yaris Hatchback, MT, and have been trying to install a Rostra cruise control. I've put in the 250-1836 and the clutch switch. It seems I don't need the ECM hookups and have not put them in. The light comes on at my dash, but the cruise control doesn't work. It sounds like I should just toss it and buy yours. If so, would you want all of this Rostra stuff? Any other tips? Thanks for being out there! Wish I'd found you before messing with Rostra!

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by jackab

Hi Scott, I have a 2011 Yaris Hatchback, MT, and have been trying to install a Rostra cruise control. I've put in the 250-1836 and the clutch switch. It seems I don't need the ECM hookups and have not put them in. The light comes on at my dash, but the cruise control doesn't work. It sounds like I should just toss it and buy yours. If so, would you want all of this Rostra stuff? Any other tips? Thanks for being out there! Wish I'd found you before messing with Rostra!

If the cruise symbol lights up, then you are good for the ECM connection. If your can't get the "SET" light to come on (and the cruise to actually work), then the clutch switch may not be installed correctly.

The clutch switch needs to be fully depressed when the clutch pedal is not touched in order for cruise to work. If you installed the switch in too far, then it will not actuate when the clutch is at rest and therefore will not allow cruise to work.

The Rostra 250-1836 kit is essentially identical to what I sell, but for a whole lot more money. (The older kits were a custom Rostra product, but the new ones are just the OEM switch, etc.)