Stoplight Switch: Removal
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Disconnect wire harness from connector. Remove pin. Slide stoplight switch, brake pedal rod, spacer and bushing away from brake pedal arm. Since stoplight switch side plate nearest brake pedal arm is slotted, brake pedal rod and one spacer from pedal arm do not need removal. See Figure.