I thought I would start a new thread and offer up my experiences with the brake light switch. I researched the forums before I began the switch replacement and couldn't have got it done without that information. As discussed in the threads it's easier to break off the retaining tab before removing the switch if replacing it. No use fighting it if you don't have to. While replacing mine I discovered that the triangular shaped tab would not fully penetrate the metal plate when the switch was inserted in the hole. The square one was no problem. After fighting it for a couple of hours I decided it was the top triangular tab causing the problem. I found that the triangular shaped tab on my replacement switch was too long. It's just a molded plastic part so the tolerances were off a little. As recommended I took a small file to it and shortened it until it would penetrate the metal plate fully. I also secured the locking mechanism down with a cable tie so I wouldn't have to pry to press on it while turning the switch. It may not of been necessary but was easy to do. Just remember to remove the cable tie after the switch is in!!
So in closing insert the replacement switch in it's hole and if anyone of the tabs will not fully penetrate the metal plate file it down until it does. Don't over due it go slow.
Now to celebrate with several Ibuprofen and a visit to the Chiropractor.
Good luck!!
Bill
So in closing insert the replacement switch in it's hole and if anyone of the tabs will not fully penetrate the metal plate file it down until it does. Don't over due it go slow.
Now to celebrate with several Ibuprofen and a visit to the Chiropractor.
Good luck!!
Bill
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