DIY Cruise Control FAQ (2006-2010 Yaris)

[Nicfin]

Hi,

This is my first post. I recently bought a 2008 Yaris Liftback. It's a 5-speed. I would have preferred for my next vehicle to have already had cruise control installed, but the circumstances didn't allow it. I am now considering CTScott's OEM cruise control method. I have read over this thread more than once and feel I can do this. I am only apprehensive about one thing. Since I have the 5-speed, I have to tap into the wires in the under-hood fuse box for the clutch cancel. This requires splicing into two of the wires (white and blue). CTScott's instructions suggest a tap splice. I was hoping to get around to "Cutting" or altering of the existing wire. Has anyone used anything different like connecting them using a pin of some sort in the wire hole? I know my fears are irrational, but cutting into those little wires makes me nervous. Any help is appreciated.

[CTScott]

Originally Posted by Nicfin

Hi,

This is my first post. I recently bought a 2008 Yaris Liftback. It's a 5-speed. I would have preferred for my next vehicle to have already had cruise control installed, but the circumstances didn't allow it. I am now considering CTScott's OEM cruise control method. I have read over this thread more than once and feel I can do this. I am only apprehensive about one thing. Since I have the 5-speed, I have to tap into the wires in the under-hood fuse box for the clutch cancel. This requires splicing into two of the wires (white and blue). CTScott's instructions suggest a tap splice. I was hoping to get around to "Cutting" or altering of the existing wire. Has anyone used anything different like connecting them using a pin of some sort in the wire hole? I know my fears are irrational, but cutting into those little wires makes me nervous. Any help is appreciated.

I may actually have some male and female pins for the under-hood connector, which would allow you to make the connection without splicing.

[Nicfin]

Originally Posted by CTScott

I may actually have some male and female pins for the under-hood connector, which would allow you to make the connection without splicing.

That would be great! I am not an electrician, but that is sort of what I had in mind. I would gladly pay you for them and any of the other supplies if you were willing. I have looked up some of the parts, but have not made any purchases yet. That makes me feel better about attempting this. Gotta go.

Thanks