Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Switch "OFF" ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
Disconnect the stop lamp switch connector (A).

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Pull the locking plate (A) as indicated by the arrow.

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Turn brake switch 45° counterclockwise and remove it.

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Inspect a removed stop lamp switch along the below procedures.
1. Confirm a normal connection with terminal part.
- A confirmation can be made to see if the connector has been secured properly and if a connection mark is present.
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Fix the brake pedal arm and insert fully the brake switch so that the contact part is invisible.

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After inserting, turn the brake switch 45° clockwise, and then assemble locking plate by pushing.

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Confirm the gap between stop lamp switch and bracket.
Stop lamp clearance (A):

1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.04 - 0.08 in.)

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NOTE:
- If the gap between stop lamp switch and bracket is not between 1.0 - 2.0 mm (0.04 - 0.08 in), check the mounting clip and other parts around the stop lamp.
- If everything is normal, reinstall the stop lamp switch and check the clearance again.
Connect the stop lamp switch connector (A).

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Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal.