I have a 1996 Avalon. Cruise control often fails to respond when lever pushed. Light on dash will start to flash and key must be turned off and then back non to reset. Been to dealer several time-they have no idea.
You can use or have a Shop use the On Board Computer to help diagnose
Here is Toyota procedures
click link below
TEST CRUISE CONTROL
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