Electrical - Interior Electrical Component Precautions
T-SB-0101-11August 17, 2011
Interior Electrical Component Precautions
Service Category
General
Section
Maintenance
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
When servicing interior electrical switches and components please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. Many lubricants cleaners and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other compounds that may contaminate electrical contacts and therefore increase electrical resistance and decrease switch performance.
Warranty Information
Precautions
The following precautions must be followed to avoid damage to interior electrical components.
^ DO NOT spray chemicals lubricants preservatives or cleaners directly onto into or in the vicinity of electrical components (i.e. brake light combination cruise door lock or window switches).
^ DO NOT attempt to clean a switch that has had liquid spilled on it (i.e. coffee soda juice etc.) with cleaners or lubricants. The affected switch should be replaced.
^ DO NOT lubricate a switch that does not operate smoothly or sticks. The lubricant may carbonize on the contacts and thus increase resistance. The affected switch should be replaced.
^ DO NOT use sprays containing silicone on or near the brake light switch. This could contaminate the contacts in the switch and lead to a malfunction in the following systems:
^ Brake lights
^ Cruise control
^ Shift interlock
^ Care must be taken to NOT allow moisture to get into the switches when using upholstery steam cleaning equipment.