Stop Lamp Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect stop lamp switch harness connector.

Fig 1: Identifying Stop Lamp Switch, ASCD Brake Switch And Brake Pedal
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Check continuity between stop lamp switch terminals 1 and 2 under the following conditions.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Stop Lamp Switch Terminals

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TERMINAL CONTINUITY REFERENCE CHART

Conditions	Continuity
Brake pedal: Fully released	Should not exist.
Brake pedal: Slightly depressed	Should exist.

If NG, adjust stop lamp switch installation, refer to "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ", and perform step 2 again.