Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment

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Remove the accelerator pedal retaining nuts. Move the pedal aside.

Fig 1: View Of Accelerator Pedal

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NOTE: Proper stoplamp switch adjustment is essential. Improper stoplamp switch adjustment may cause brake drag, heat buildup and excessive brake lining wear.

With the brake pedal fully released, insert the stop lamp switch into the brake pedal bracket until the switch plunge is fully depressed into the barrel.
Twist the switch clockwise until the travel stop has been reached.

Fig 2: View Of Stop Lamp Switch

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The plunger should extend out of the barrel (1) of the switch approximately 1.0 mm (0.04 in).

Fig 3: View Of Proper Plunger Extension

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the accelerator pedal to the dash panel. Install the retaining nuts
Tighten: Tighten the accelerator pedal retaining nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in)

Fig 4: View Of Accelerator Pedal

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Inspect the stop lamps for proper operation.