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Brake Switch

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  1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
  2. Remove the brake switch from its braket. To do so, rotate the brake lamp switch in a counterclockwise direction approximately 30 degrees from its proper mounting position. Pull the switch rearward and remove it from its mounting bracket.
  3. Hold the brake switch firmly in one hand. Using your other hand, pull outward on the plunger of the switch until it has ratcheted out to its fully extended position.
  4. Mount the brake switch into the bracket by depressing the brake pedal as far down as possible. Install the the switch in its bracket by aligning the index key on switch with the notch in the square mounting hole of the mounting bracket. Once the switch is fully seated, rotate the switch clockwise approximately 30 degrees to lock the switch into the bracket.
    5. WARNING: Do not use excessive force when pulling back on the brake pedal to adjust the brake switch. If to much force is used, damage to the brake switch or striker can result.
  5. Gently pull back on brake pedal until the pedal stops moving. This will cause the switch plunger to ratchet backward to the correct position.
  6. Check for proper operation of the brake switch and speed control.
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