What does code P1568 mean?

Q: What does code P1568 mean?

Speed Control Unable to Hold Speed. P1568 on Ford vehicles means the speed control system cannot maintain the vehicle speed you requested, so the cruise control module has detected a mismatch between the set speed and actual road speed. The computer monitors throttle position, vehicle speed, and brake inputs, and it sets this code when the throttle actuator cannot hold the target speed within an acceptable window.

DTC codes / Ford codes / P1568

P1568 · FordSpeed Control Unable to Hold Speed

P1568 on Ford vehicles means the speed control system cannot maintain the vehicle speed you requested, so the cruise control module has detected a mismatch between the set speed and actual road speed. The computer monitors throttle position, vehicle speed, and brake inputs, and it sets this code when the throttle actuator cannot hold the target speed within an acceptable window.

SystemPowertrain

Code typeFord specific

SeverityLow

Fix difficultyIntermediate

AreaVehicle speed, idle control and auxiliary inputs

Guidance is general and written for Ford vehicles. Exact tests and values vary by model, so confirm the fault before replacing parts.