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Stop Lamp Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect stop lamp switch harness connector.
  3. Check harness continuity between stop lamp switch terminals 1 and 2 under the following conditions.
    STOP LAMP SWITCH CONTINUITY

    Condition Continuity
    When brake pedal: Fully released. Should not exist.
    When brake pedal: Depressed. Should exist.

    If NG, adjust stop lamp switch installation, refer to BRAKE PEDAL and perform step  3 again.

    Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Stop Lamp Switch Terminals
    G02410808Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.