Removing, installing, adjusting and locking brake light switch up to week 45 of 2006 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 9C1, 1C1, 1Y7

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• Before installing, pull plunger out fully.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove driver side trim Trim, insulation70.
2. Remove footwell vent if necessary Heating, air conditioning80.
3. Pull connector off brake light switch.
4. Remove brake light switch by turning 90° or 45° to left.
5. Before installing, pull plunger out fully.

6. Push brake pedal down as far as possible by hand.
7. Guide brake light switch through fitting hole and reinstall by turning 90° to right.
8. Release brake pedal.
9. Fit brake light switch connector.
10. Check function of brake light.
11. After adjusting the brake light switch check whether the brake pedal is on the end stop (rest position).

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