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Clutch Interlock/UPSTOP Switch: Removal

NOTE: Depending on vehicle build date, some vehicles will not have the clutch pedal upstop switch included in the switch assembly. These vehicles will only utilize the starter inhibit (interlock) feature.
  1. Disconnect and isolate battery negative cable.
  2. Remove left lower instrument panel bezel.
    Fig 1: Removing Left Lower Instrument Panel Bezel
    G01857118Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. Disconnect interlock switch and brake lamp switch connectors.
  4. Disconnect clutch master cylinder rod from clutch pedal pin. Inspect plastic retainer upon removal. If retainer is damaged, it MUST be replaced. 
  5. Remove brake booster push rod retaining clip from brake pedal. Disengage rod from pedal.
    Fig 2: Removing Brake Booster Mounting Nuts & Rod Retaining Clip
    G01857119Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  6. Remove two pedal assembly bracket to instrument panel nuts.
    Fig 3: Removing & Installing Brake Clutch Pedal Assembly
    G01857120Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  7. Remove four brake booster/pedal bracket-to-dash panel nuts.
  8. From under the hood, pull brake master cylinder/booster far enough forward to obtain pedal to bracket stud clearance.
  9. Remove the pedal bracket assembly.
  10. Remove pedal pivot shaft and remove brake and clutch pedals.
  11. Remove the interlock switch assembly from the brake/clutch pedal bracket assembly by depressing the four plastic wing tabs on each switch.
    Fig 4: Removing Interlock Switch
    G01857121Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
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