BRAKE > Stop Light Switch
INSPECTION
1. CLEARANCE CHECK
NOTE:
Check for clearance is applied only to LED model.
1. Measure the clearance between the end of the stop light switch and the stopper.
Specification:
Clearance (A) of the stop light switch: 1 mm — 2 mm (0.04 in — 0.08 in)

(a) | Stop light switch | (b) | Stopper | (c) | Brake pedal |
2. Adjust the position of the stop light switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value. Stop Light Switch > ADJUSTMENT">
2. CHECK RESISTANCE
1. Disconnect the stop light switch connector.
2. Measure the resistance between stop light switch terminals.
Preparation tool:
Circuit tester

• Bulb type
Terminal No. | Inspection conditions | Standard |
1 — 2 | When brake pedal is depressed | 1 M? or more |
When brake pedal is released | Less than 1 ? | |
3 — 4 | When brake pedal is depressed | Less than 1 ? |
When brake pedal is released | 1 M? or more |
• LED type
Terminal No. | Inspection conditions | Standard |
1 — 2 | When brake pedal is depressed | Less than 1 ? |
When brake pedal is released | 1 M? or more | |
3 — 4 | When brake pedal is depressed | 1 M? or more |
When brake pedal is released | Less than 1 ? |
3. Replace the stop light switch if the inspection result is not within the standard value.
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