Checking and adjusting the stop lamp switch

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Fig 1: Engine Start Verification

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Start the engine.
Check that the stop lamp switch is correctly adjusted. It must not be activated when the brake pedal is released.

Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA
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Fig 3: Identifying Stop (Brake) Lamp Switch
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Is the stop lamp switch activated when the brake pedal is released?

YES
Refer to Fault causes and adjusting the stop lamp switch
NO
Refer to Checking the stop lamp switch