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"Old Style" Brake Light Switch, Removing and Installing/Adjusting



"Old style" Brake light switch, removing and installing/adjusting

Note:
^ The following applies only to an existing, functional "Old style" switch that is removed and reinstalled/adjusted.

Removing
- Disconnect connector from Brake light switch.





- Remove Brake light switch by turning counter-clockwise 90°.
- Pull switch out from retainer mounting hole.

Installing/adjusting
- Before installing, pull out plunger completely.
- Apply a light coat of lubricant G 052 142 A2 to end of plunger.
- Depress and hold brake pedal in down position.
- Note orientation of retainer tabs on switch and carefully insert switch into retainer mounting hole





- Secure Brake light switch by turning clockwise 90°.
- Slowly release brake pedal to stop.

Note:
^ The above action automatically adjusts the switch plunger travel.

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