STOP LIGHT SWITCH (for Hatchback): Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota Yaris. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL UNDER COVER SUB-ASSEMBLY LH (See REMOVAL )
REMOVE STOP LIGHT SWITCH
1. Remove the stop light switch connector from the stop light switch.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Stop Light Switch Connector
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2. Turn the stop light switch counterclockwise and remove it.
  
  Fig 2: Turning Stop Light Switch
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