Checking the adjustment of the stop (brake) lamp switch

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Expose the stop (brake) lamp switch.
Check if the stop (brake) lamp switch is adjusted so that it is activated even though the pedal is not depressed.

Fig 1: Identifying Stop (Brake) Lamp Switch
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Is the switch activated?

YES
Refer to Remedy the component
NO
Refer to Checking the stop (brake) lamp switch