Stop lamp switch, adjustment
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Ignition off.
Remove the panel under the dashboard on the driver's side.
Depress the brake pedal.
Press the stop (brake) lamp switch, from the side of the connector A, completely forwards.
NOTE:
A number of clicks should be heard and felt when pressing.
Carefully release the brake pedal.
The stop (brake) lamp switch is now adjusted.
Check the function.
NOTE:
The stop lamp must light when the brake pedal is pressed down more than approximately 1 mm.
Reinstall the panel under the dashboard on the driver's side.