Ford Explorer: Exterior Lighting / Removal and Installation - Stoplamp Switch

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. 
   Release the push pin and remove the drivers side insulation panel.
   
   • Remove the bolts.
     Torque: 28 lb.in (3.2 Nm)
   • Remove the nut.
     Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)
   • Disconnect the electrical connector.
     

1. Disconnect the stoplamp switch electrical connector.
   

1. NOTICE: Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation switch. Install these switches with the booster push rod attached to the brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. Installing these switches with the brake pedal in any other position results in incorrect adjustment and damages the switches.

   Rotate the stoplamp switch clockwise approximately one-eighth turn to remove the stoplamp switch.
   

Installation

1. NOTICE: Do not press, pull or otherwise move the brake pedal while installing the stoplamp switch and cruise control deactivation switch. Install these switches with the booster push rod attached to the brake pedal and with the brake pedal in the at-rest position. Installing these switches with the brake pedal in any other position results in incorrect adjustment and damages the switches.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.