1997-98 Protege with VINs lower than JM1 BC14** W0 204584
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.
1. Verify customer complaint
2. Replace the speedometer assembly per the Workshop Manual.
3. Verify repair.
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Part Number |
Description |
Qty. |
Int. |
Applicable Model |
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BG1L 55 471 |
Speedometer Assembly |
1 |
A |
Without Tachometer |
|
BG1N 55 471A |
Speedometer Assembly |
1 |
A |
With Tachometer (A/T) |
|
BG1P 55 471 |
Speedometer Assembly |
1 |
A |
With Tachometer (M/T, 1800) |
|
BG1S 55 471 |
Speedometer Assembly |
1 |
A |
With Tachometer (M/T, 1500) |
This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty term information.
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Warranty Type: |
A |
|
Symptom Code: |
62 |
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Damage Code: |
9Q |
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Part Number Main Cause: |
Refer to Parts Information |
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Quantity: |
1 |
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Operation Number: |
T0608XRX |
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Labor Hours: |
0.6 Hrs. |