BRAKE PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Caution

• The clearance between the brake switch and the brake pedal is automatically adjusted to the correct amount when the brake switch connector is connected after the brake switch has been properly installed. If the brake switch is not properly installed or the connector is connected before installation, the clearance may be incorrect, causing a brake light malfunction. Therefore, always verify that the brake switch is properly installed before connecting the connector.

• Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing the power brake unit or the pedal, or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke.

1. With interlock cable unit model, remove the lock unit with brake switch.

2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Brake Switch Installation Note

1. Fix the brake switch on a brake pedal bracket or interlock cable unit with pressing down at 50 N {5.1 kgf·m, 37 ft·lbf}.

2. Rotate the brake switch 45° counterclockwise (without interlock cable unit) or clockwise (with interlock cable unit).

3. Verify that the brake switch is locked securely.

Brake Switch Connector Installation Note

1. Inspect the brake pedal. (See BRAKE PEDAL INSPECTION.)

2. With the brake pedal in its original position, install the brake switch to the brake switch connector.