Stop Light Switch: Installation

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INSTALL STOP LIGHT SWITCH
1. Install the stop light switch into the adjuster until it slightly touches the brake pedal.
  NOTE: Do not depress the brake pedal.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Stop Light Switch Into Adjuster
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  1. Make a quarter turn clockwise to install the stop light switch.
    NOTE: Do not depress the brake pedal.
    
    HINT:
    
    The turning torque for installing the stop light switch is as below.
    
    Torque: 1.5 N*m (15 kgf*cm, 13 in.*lbf) or less
2. Check the stop light switch clearance.
  Stop light switch clearance: 0.5 to 2.6 mm (0.020 to 0.102 in.)
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Stop Light Switch Clearance
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3. Connect the stop light switch connector to the stop light switch.
Fig 3: Identifying Stop Light Switch
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CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
Torque: 3.9 N*m (40 kgf*cm, 35 in.*lbf)