Recall - Stop Lamp Switch Replacement
TSB No. TS 05-01 10209RSection Title: Brakes
Division: Automotive
Category: Technical
SUBJECT:
SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN: V7, SERVICE STOP LAMP SWITCH FAILURE.
MODEL:
VITARA (CAMI BUILT 1.6 AND 2.0 LITER)
YEAR:
1999
CONDITION:
Rear stop lamps do not turn on when brake pedal is depressed and the automatic transmission shift lever (if equipped) will not shift out of the park position with the brake pedal depressed.
CAUSE:
Silicon grease in the stop lamp switch can inhibit electrical current resulting in switch failure.
CORRECTION:
Replace the stop lamp switch as directed in this bulletin.
REVISION:
SEVENTH DIGITS OF THE LAST TWO VINs IN THE "AFFECTED VIN RANGE" SHOWN SHOULD BE "V".
NOTE:
For claim submission information, see Service Campaign Bulletin # SC-14,R.
AFFECTED VIN RANGE:
PARTS INFORMATION:
Inspection:
Visually inspect the stop lamp switch.
If the switch has an all black or all white plastic housing with a yellow-green color plated thread area it must be replaced; continue with Removal and Installation. For identification of the incorrect switch, see the picture.
If the switch has a silver colored metal upper housing and threaded area, STOP. It is the updated new part; proceed to Special Service Campaign Sticker Installation. For identification of the correct switch, see the picture.
Removal and Installation:
1. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery.
2. Disconnect the stop lamp switch connector.
3. Remove the stop lamp switch lock nut and remove the switch.
4. Install the new switch.
Adjustment of switch:
Pull up brake pedal toward you.
2. While pulling the pedal up, adjust the switch position so that the clearance "a" between the end of the thread and brake pedal return cushion is within the specified clearance.
Clearance "a": 1.5 - 2.0 mm (0.06-0.08 in.)
3. Tighten the switch lock nut (a) to specification.
Tightening Torque:
5.5 lb-ft (7.5 N.m, 0.75 kg-m)
4. Plug in the switch connector and reconnect the battery.
5. Check for proper stop lamp operation. For automatic transmission vehicles, check to make sure the shift lever may be moved out of Park when the brake pedal is depressed and the ignition key is in the ON position.
Special Service Campaign Sticker Installation:
1. Install the V7 special service campaign sticker under the driver's door latch catch on the "B" pillar in the area indicated.
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