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Installation Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: The brake pedal must be attached to the power booster rod and undisturbed during the switch install. Do not press the brake pedal during the installation of the switch.
  1. Install the stop lamp switch (3) into the retainer (2).
  2. IMPORTANT: Approximately 2-3 lb of force is required to depress the switch plunger flush with the switch barrel. Too much force could flex the brake pedal bracket and result in the stop lamp switch not being properly adjusted.
  3. Push the stop lamp switch (3) into the retainer (2) until the switch plunger is fully depressed into the switch barrel.
  4. Rotate the stop lamp switch (3) clockwise until the travel stop has been reached.
  5. With a feeler gage check to ensure the minimum plunger extension is not less than 0.0 mm (0.0 in), and not greater than 2.0 mm (0.78 in) between the stop lamp switch barrel (3) and the brake pedal (4).
    Fig 1: Identifying Stop Lamp Switch Plunger Measurement
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  6. Connect the electrical connectors to the stop lamp switch.
  7. Install the lower I/P trim insulator to the brake pedal bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the lower I/P trim insulator screw.

    Tighten:  Tighten the screw to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in)