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Stop Light and Brake Switch: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Measure the brake switch (A) and stop light switch (B) resistance.

Fig 1: Measuring Brake Switch (A) And Stop Light Switch (B) Resistance
G03809568Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Switch Pedal Terminal No. Standard
Brake Released 1 and 4 Less than 1 ohm
Depressed 1 and 4 More than 1 Mohm
Stop light Released 2 and 3 More than 1 Mohm
Depressed 2 and 3 Less than 1 ohm

If NG, replace the stop light and brake switch.