Stop Lamp Switch Identification Matrix (SC098) (SC098 REV 1)

STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098)

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

SERVICE INFORMATION

KMA has received a number of incorrect Warranty return parts related to campaign SC098 and has determined that at times dealer staff may have difficulty in quickly and easily identifying the correct switches while ordering parts, preparing to perform the Stop Lamp Replacement or while preparing to return replaced switches to KMA (in case of an existing Mandatory Part Return (MPR) request). To facilitate faster and easier identification of the correct parts, a picture guide as shown on Page 2 is provided. The guide's content was purposely formatted to fit on one page so it can be easily printed and kept on or near a workstation, parts counter or tool box.

Also note the following:

Prior to installation:  always confirm that the switch is of the correct color, type and P/N.

Always check the EPC for possible references to a campaign, while looking up the P/N for a certain vehicle. If applicable, use the EPC reference to a campaign number as a guide to the correct part application. If necessary, review the campaign document (TSB).

If a part that was previously installed during a campaign (e.g. SC098) ever needs to be replaced, replace it ONLY with the correct P/N, as specified in the (campaign) TSB.

During installation:  after the switch is correctly adjusted, ensure it is properly secured by applying the correct torque (5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft) to the mounting nuts.

Warranty Return Parts:  under certain circumstances, an MPR (Mandatory Part Return) request may be generated for campaign or service action repair parts. Prior to any disposal of campaign or service action parts, dealers should first confirm that no MPR request exists for such parts, to avoid warranty claim chargebacks.

Dealers should exercise care in returning only the exact part as removed from the specific vehicle during the repair if such part is the subject of an MPR. Return of the exact part as replaced during a specific warranty repair is critical in supporting KMA's ongoing efforts to inspect replaced parts for quality and durability. The inadvertent return of the wrong part (or of the same part but from another vehicle) will result in investigative delays and potential warranty claim chargebacks to the dealer.

A chargeback related to MPR or Core Parts Returns may also occur if an incorrect P/N is returned or if a part is received without the proper required paperwork

For additional details/information about part return policies, please refer to Warranty Bulletin 2015-02 

STOP LAMP SWITCH IDENTIFICATION MATRIX (SC098)

Ref: TSB SC098 / PS382