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Adding factory cruise control/steering wheel swap

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I recently purchased a 2017 Chevy Colorado Crew Cab WT base model. It didn't come with cruise control but I'm wanting to add it without going after market.

 

I'm talking about swapping out steering wheels, since the WTs without the 'convenience' package come with a standard steering wheel without any controls/buttons.

 

 

My idea is to buy a GM OEM steering wheel with cruise control buttons/controls on the steering wheel, installing this new steering wheel in my truck, than flashing/reprogramming whatever it takes to add cruise control to my truck.

 

I'll go aftermarket if I really have to, but cruise control is a MUST HAVE for me. I rushed my purchase and assumed the truck had cruise control when looking at the blinker switch (Set/Clr) but later found out that's to toggle things on the speedometer dash.

 

I got a really good deal on this truck and I really don't want to get rid of it. I can't find a better deal out there for what I paid for this truck, but I really want my cruise control!

 

I'm hoping someone that's worked/or is working the in GM/Chevy Service Department on here can chime in if possible to tell me if this is achievable.

 

Thanks guys.

Jsdirt Senior Enthusiast

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No definitive answer here, but food for thought:

 

Nothing is a simple plug and play anymore. If it would even work, a BCM reflash is guaranteed to be needed - even on my '07 you can't just plug in a new window switch (for example) - the new switch won't work until you reflash the BCM.

 

I can't even begin to imagine the nightmare that lies ahead with this project. The older trucks are a nightmare - I can only imagine that the new ones are 10x worse. There's a pile of computers in there, and they all have to communicate over a LAN network - if one part is in there that the computers don't recognize, all kinds of unexpected things stop working or go haywire.

 

I would also bet that GM made this as difficult as possible, if not impossible to do, just so they get their cut on the option package. I would really be shocked if this could be pulled off. I know some things in the past were a simple plug and play, but I wouldn't count on it today - especially with something as integrated as cruise control.

 

If anyone knows otherwise, let us know.

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