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Installation (With Manual Transaxle)

  1. Lubricate the brake pedal bushings with Mopar(R) Lubriplate, or an equivalent.
  2. If removed, slide bushing in each side of the pedal pivot until the shoulder contacts the pedal pivot.
  3. Install the brake pedal and bushings into the pedal mounting bracket by sliding the pedal between the sides of the bracket behind the brake lamp switch mounting flange. See Figure .
  4. Once the pedal bushings line up with the mounting holes in the bracket, install the pivot shaft through the pedal from the left side. See Figure .
  5. Install the pivot shaft nut. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  6. Install the power brake booster input rod on the pin mounted on the side of the brake pedal. Install a new retaining clip on the end of the pin. See Figure . Do not reuse the old clip.
  7. Install a NEW brake lamp switch. See BRAKE LAMP SWITCH  .
  8. Install the knee blocker.
  9. Install the silencer pad below the knee blocker.
  10. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  11. Reinstall the air cleaner cover (2 clips).
  12. Check the brake lamps to verify they operate properly and not staying on when the pedal is in the released position.
  13. Road test the vehicle to ensure proper operation of the brakes and cruise control (if equipped).