Brake Light Switch: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove steering column cover and lower trim panel for switch access (if necessary).
2. Press brake pedal downward to fully applied position.
3. Rotate switch approximately 300 in counterclockwise direction to unlock switch retainer. Then pull switch rearward and out of bracket.

Fig.2 Brake Lamp Switch:

4. Disconnect switch harness and remove switch.

INSTALLATION
1. Pull switch plunger all the way out to fully extended position.
2. Connect harness wires to switch.
3. Press and hold brake pedal in applied position.
4. Install switch as follows: Align tab on switch with notch in switch bracket. Then insert switch in bracket and turn it clockwise about 30 ° to lock it in place.
5. Release brake pedal, then pull pedal fully rearward. Pedal will set plunger to correct position as pedal pushes plunger into switch body. Switch will make racheting sound as it self adjusts.