Protege LX L4-1489cc 1.5L DOHC MFI (1998)
Speedometer Module: Customer Interest
Brake Warning Light - ON Constantly
Bulletin No. 005/98
Issued 05/06/98
Revised
Category
T (09)
Applicable Model/s
1997 - 98 Protege
Subject
BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON CONSTANTLY
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
1997-98 Protege with VINs lower than JM1 BC14** W0 204584
DESCRIPTION
Brake warning light in the combination meter is ON constantly. This is caused by surge current damaging a transistor which controls the brake warning
light illumination in the speedometer assembly. The speedometer assembly has been modified to protect this transistor.
Customers complaining of this subject should have the vehicle inspected and if necessary, use the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Verify customer concern.
2.
Replace the speedometer assembly per the Workshop Manual.
3.
Verify repair.
PART(S) INFORMATION
Interchangeability Note:
"A" means an old part can be replaced with a new part, however, a new part cannot be replaced with an old part.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Note
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This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty
term information.
Warranty Type
A
Symptom Code
62
Damage Code
9Q
Part Number Main Cause
Refer To Part(s) Information
Quantity
1
Operation Number
T0608XRX
Labor Hours
0.6
