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Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment

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    Fig 1: View Of Accelerator Pedal
    GM878828Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the accelerator pedal retaining nuts. Move the pedal aside.
    2. NOTE: Proper stoplamp switch adjustment is essential. Improper stoplamp switch adjustment may cause brake drag, heat buildup and excessive brake lining wear.
    Fig 2: View Of Stop Lamp Switch
    GM877870Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. With the brake pedal fully released, insert the stop lamp switch into the brake pedal bracket until the switch plunge is fully depressed into the barrel.
  3. Twist the switch clockwise until the travel stop has been reached.
    4. Fig 3: Locating Release Switch Contact
    GM738588Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. The plunger should extend out of the barrel (1) of the switch approximately 1.0 mm (0.04 in).
    5. Fig 4: View Of Accelerator Pedal
    GM878828Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the accelerator pedal to the dash panel. Install the retaining nuts

    Tighten:  Tighten the accelerator pedal retaining nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in)

  6. Inspect the stop lamps for proper operation.
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