P0596low severityPowertrain
Cruise Control Servo Control Circuit High
on 2006 Lexus GS 430 4.3L V8 · RWD
What this code means
The cruise control servo control circuit voltage is higher than expected. This often indicates an open circuit or short to voltage in the servo control line.
Symptoms
- Cruise control inoperative
- Speed not held when set
- Dash warning light illuminated
Common causes
- Short to voltage in servo circuit
- Open in servo control wiring
- Faulty cruise control servo
- PCM driver circuit failure
Diagnostic steps
- Retrieve related trouble codes
- Check servo circuit for short to power
- Test circuit continuity to PCM
- Verify servo command voltage with scanner
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