Repair Procedures: Removal

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Switch "OFF" ignition and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "CRASH PAD ")
Remove the knee airbag.
(Refer to Restraint - "KNEE AIRBAG (KAB) MODULE ")
Disconnect the brake switch connector (A).

Fig 1: Locating Brake Switch Connector
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Pull the locking plate (A) as indicated by the arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Locking Plate
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Turn brake switch 45° counterclockwise and remove it.

Fig 3: Turning Brake Switch 45° Counterclockwise
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Inspect the removed stop lamp switch according to the below procedures.

Confirm proper connection with terminal part
- A confirmation can be made to see if the connector has been secured properly and if a connection mark is present.
Fig 4: Inspecting Removed Stop Lamp Switch For Normal Connection With Terminal Part
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Perform the inspection of parts resistance.

Fig 5: Inspecting Removed Stop Lamp Switch Parts Resistance

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Resistance (Ω)	3-4	1-2
Non rod protruded (switch turned OFF)	Infinite	0
Rod protruded (switch turned On)	0	0