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Stop Light Switch: Adjustment

Loosen the lock nut, and adjust the stop light switch position until the clearance A between the threaded end of the stop light switch and stopper becomes 0.3 mm (0.012 in). Then, tighten the lock nut.

Tightening torque: 

8 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.8 ft-lb) 

Fig 1: Identifying Stop Light Switch And Stopper To Brake Pedal Lock Nut
G05327413Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Tighten lock nut B until the threaded end of switch contacts with stopper. Hold the switch so that it does not rotate, then loosen the lock nut B approx. 60°. The clearance will become approximately 0.3 mm (0.012 in).