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Brake Light Switch: Service and Repair

Fig. 1 Stop Lamp Switch Replacement:





1. Disconnect electrical connector from switch by reaching up under right side of instrument panel at brake pedal support.
2. Pull switch from mounting bracket, Fig. 1, and remove from vehicle.
3. To install new switch, depress brake pedal and push switch into clip until shoulder on switch bottoms out against clip.
4. Adjust stop lamp switch by bringing brake pedal to normal position. Electrical contact should be made when the brake pedal is now depressed .53 inch from its fully released position. If adjustment is necessary, the switch may be pulled or rotated in the clip.