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Installation - LHD

NOTE: Proper switch harness routing is critical to switch durability. Note the harness routing and location of fasteners intended to keep wires from contacting pedals.
  1. Install switches into the pedal bracket assembly as shown in (Figure ). Route harness as was prior to removal.
  2. Install clutch and brake pedals to pedal bracket, and install pivot shaft and nut. Torque pivot shaft nut to 42 N.m (31 ft. lbs.).
  3. Install brake/clutch pedal bracket assembly into position. Install and tighten brake booster mounting nuts to 34 N.m (300 in. lbs.). Install and tighten pedal bracket-to-instrument panel nuts to 34 N.m (300 in. lbs.).
  4. Install new stop lamp switch. Refer to STOP LAMP SWITCH REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  5. Connect brake booster rod to brake pedal. Install retainer clip (Figure ).
  6. NOTE: Inspect plastic retainer upon removal. If retainer is damaged in any way (broken/cracked), it MUST be replaced.
    Fig 1: Installing Clutch Master Cylinder Pushrod Adjustment Screw
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  7. Loosen adjustment screw on clutch master cylinder pushrod (Fig 1 ). Gently  lift clutch pedal upwards. Raising pedal with excessive force can damage to the pedal upstop, causing excessive pedal travel. 
  8. Connect clutch master cylinder pushrod to pedal pin and torque adjustment screw to 6 N.m (55 in. lbs.).
  9. Connect interlock/upstop and stop lamp switch connectors.
  10. Install left lower instrument panel bezel (Figure ).
  11. Connect battery negative cable.
  12. Verify proper switch operation.