"New Style" Brake Light Switch, Removing and Installing

"New Style" Brake light switch, removing and installing

Note:
^ The following applies only to a "New Style" switch that is removed and replaced.

Removing
- Disconnect connector from Brake light switch.





- Remove Brake light switch by turning counter-clockwise 45°.
- Pull switch out from retainer mounting hole.
- Dispose of Brake light switch accordingly.

CAUTION: "New style" switches must NOT be reused after removal. Always replace.

Installing

CAUTION:
^ "New style" switches have an internal switch mechanism that will be damaged if not installed and adjusted according to the following procedure.
^ DO NOT depress switch plunger or otherwise rotate the retaining collar of the switch prior to installation.
^ Brake pedal must be held in the up position (not depressed) during switch installation.





- Before installing, pull out plunger - arrow - completely.
- Apply a light coat of lubricant G 052 142 A2 to end of plunger.
- Hold brake pedal in up position (against stop).
- Note orientation of retainer tabs - 1 - and - 2 - on switch and carefully insert switch into retainer mounting hole.
- Push switch in and seat fully into opening (pressing plunger against brake pedal to adjust).





- Once seated, secure Brake light switch by turning clockwise 45°.

Note:
^ The above action turns the plunger shoe into the correct orientation to make electrical contacts in switch operate, as well as locks in the plunger adjustment against the brake pedal.

CAUTION: When installing, switch must be rotated until it is fully locked and the electrical connector is in the horizontal position. Inspect to ensure internal stop pin on retaining collar is fully seated against outer shell.

- Connect connector for Brake light switch.
- Check the functioning of the brake light.