Stop Lamp Switch - Removal

REMOVAL

WARNING: Disable the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) before attempting any steering wheel, steering column, airbag, Occupant Classification System (OCS), seat belt tensioner, impact sensor or instrument panel component diagnosis or service. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery (ground) cable, then wait two minutes for the airbag system capacitor to discharge before performing further diagnosis or service. This is the only sure way to disable the SRS. Failure to follow these instructions may result in accidental airbag deployment and possible serious or fatal injury.

CAUTION: The brake lamp switch self-adjusting switch plunger is a one time only feature. If the switch is removed from the mounting bracket, it MUST be replaced with a new switch.





1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the steering column opening cover from the instrument panel. Kneeblocker - Removal.
3. Locate the brake lamp switch (4) near the support bracket (1) on the lower steering column.
4. Disconnect the wire harness connector (2) from the brake lamp switch.
5. Rotate the brake lamp switch housing counterclockwise about 30 degrees to align the tabs on the switch locking collar with the keyed mounting hole in the switch mounting bracket.
6. Pull the switch straight back from the keyed hole to remove it from the bracket.
7. Discard the removed brake lamp switch.