Electrical - Stop Lamp/Cruise Switch Procedure Revision
BULLETIN NO.: 00-T-62ISSUE DATE: November, 2000
CATEGORY TYPE: Engine - 18
CATEGORY: Cruise Control
CORPORATION NO.: 00-08-68-002
SUBJECT:
Revised Service Procedure Regarding Stop Lamp switch and Cruise Brake Switch Adjustment
MODELS AFFECTED:
2000 - 2001 Saturn L-Series Vehicles
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this bulletin is to provide an updated service procedure for Stop Lamp Switch and Cruise Brake Switch Adjustment.
The following service procedure affects the current adjustment procedure in the following service manuals:
^ 2000/2001 L-Series Brakes Service Manual
^ 2000 L-Series (L61) Engine Service Manual
^ 2001 L-Series (L61) Engine Service Manual
^ 2000 L-Series (L81) Engine Service Manual
^ 2001 L-Series (L81) Engine Service Manual
IMPORTANT
It is important when adjusting the Stop Lamp Switch or Cruise Brake Switch to use only the procedure outlined in this bulletin. Disregard all other adjustment procedures.
STOP LAMP/CRUISE BRAKE SWITCH ADJUSTMENT
1. Turn ignition to the OFF position.
2. Remove left side lower I/P closeout panel (hush panel) push pin fastener and remove duct.
3. Remove left side lower heater duct assembly push pin fastener and remove duct.
4. Remove applicable switch from bracket by rotating 90 degrees.
NOTICE:
The notch on the plunger will be fully visible when the plunger is fully extended.
NOTICE:
If switch plunger separates from switch body, do not attempt to re-insert plunger into switch body. Switch must be replaced.
NOTICE:
Do not attempt to adjust switch more than three times. Multiple adjustments of the switch will cause excessive wear on the adjustment mechanism within the switch. If switch has been adjusted more than three times replace the switch.
5. Fully extend plunger from switch housing (may require moderate force) to prepare switch for adjustment.
1st Design Brake Lamp switch
Cruise/Brake and 2nd Design Brake Lamp Switch
6. Install applicable switch into bracket and rotate 90 degrees while holding brake pedal down.
7. adjust applicable switch by pulling up on brake or clutch pedal by hand with moderate force.
NOTICE:
Do not pull up on brake or clutch pedal with excessive force. Adjustment is complete after 2 to 3 clicks are heard from the switch.
8. Ensure that the brake lamp and cruise control function as designed.
^ If either system does not function as designed, re-adjust the appropriate switch using the procedure outlined in this bulletin.
^ If both systems function properly continue to next step.
9. Install left side lower heater duct and push pin fastener.
10. Install left side lower I/P closeout panel (hush panel) and push pin fasteners.
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