Stop lamp switch clearance adjustment: Removal

1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
2. Remove the crash pad lower panel and reinforcing panel. (Refer to Crash Pad )
3. Remove the shower duct (A).
   Fig 1: Locating Shower Duct

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4. Pull down steering column shaft after removing bolts and nuts. (Refer to Steering Column & Shaft .)
5. Disconnect the stop lamp switch connector (A) and the brake pedal stroke sensor connector (B).
   Fig 2: Locating Stop Lamp Switch Connector & Brake Pedal Stroke Sensor Connector

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6. Pull the locking plate (A) as indicated by the arrow.
   Fig 3: Pulling Locking Plate

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7. Turn stop lamp switch 45° counterclockwise and remove it.

Fig 4: Removing Stop Lamp Switch

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