Norton Service Release Database N16

SERVICE RELEASE N16

NATURE OF RELEASE: Adjustment procedure for Stop Light Switch MODELS AFFECTED: Commando- All Editions PARTS AFFECTED: 031621 Stop Light Switch DISTRIBUTION: Worldwide EXPLANATION: If the stop light switch is positioned incorrectly, it becomes the stop for the rear brake pedal with the result that the plastic body fractures. A simple adjustment procedure as outlined below will prevent such damage.   ACTION: Slacken the nuts and screns holdink. the switch, to the plate with slots, on the brake pedal. Set the rear brake pedal to suit the riders preference - this is done by adjustment of the stop bolt and locknut. Adjust the rear brake cable to the desired setting. Move the switch up, a little at a time, until the switch plunger is central to the abutment and until the least depression of the pedal causes the stop light to illuminate. Nip up tho switch securing straws and allow the pedal to return to rest, ensuring that the snitch is not fully compressed before the pedal stop is reached. July 1970 Norton Villiers Canada Limited