Stop Light Switch: Installation: Installation

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INSTALL STOP LIGHT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
1. Insert the stop light switch assembly until the rod hits the cushion.
  
  Fig 1: Installing Stop Light Switch Assembly Until Rod Hits Cushion
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  NOTE:
  When inserting the stop light switch assembly, support the pedal from behind so that the pedal is not depressed.
2. Make a quarter turn clockwise to install the stop light switch assembly.
  
  Fig 2: Turning Quarter Clockwise To Install Stop Light Switch Assembly
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  Torque: 1.5 N*m (15 kgf*cm, 13 in.*lbf)
  
  or less
  
  NOTE:
  When inserting the stop light switch assembly, support the pedal from behind so that the pedal is not depressed.
3. Connect the connector.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Stop Light Switch Assembly Connector
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4. Check the protrusion of the rod.
  
  Fig 4: Checking Protrusion Of Rod
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  Protrusion of the rod
  
  1.5 to 2.5 mm (0.0591 to 0.0984 in.)
  
  If the protrusion is not within the specified range, adjust it.
  
  NOTE:
  Do not depress the brake pedal.