Sensor, Stop Lamp: Description
The brake (or stop) lamp sensor is a two-circuit, spring-loaded plunger actuated sensor that is secured to the brake pedal support bracket under the instrument panel on the driver side of the vehicle. The molded plastic sensor housing has an integral connector receptacle containing terminal pins. The sensor is connected to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the body wire harness.
The sensor plunger extends through a mounting collar on one end of the sensor housing. The plunger has a telescoping self-adjustment feature that is activated as the sensor is being installed by the brake pedal in its normal at-rest position.
This brake lamp switch cannot be repaired. If the switch is damaged or ineffective it must be replaced with a new unit.