Braking system warning lamps and electrical switches - removal and refitting
General
1 All models are fitted with a low fluid level
warning switch in the master cylinder reservoir
cap and a brake pedal stop-lamp switch.
2 Some versions have front disc pad wear sensors and a handbrake “ON” warning switch.
3 Warning indicator lamps are mounted on the instrument panel. Their renewal is covered in Chapter 12.
Handbrake “ON” warning lamp
switch
4 The handbrake “ON” warning switch is
attached to the handbrake lever and can be
removed after disconnecting the wiring and
undoing the retaining screw (see illustration).
18.4 Removing handbrake warning switch
Stop-lamp switch 5 The stop-lamp switch can be removed by disconnecting the leads and unscrewing the locknut which holds the switch to its bracket under the facia (see illustration).
18.5 Brake stop-lamp switch locknut location (arrowed)
6 When fitting the switch, adjust its position by screwing it in or out so that it does not actuate during the first 5.0 mm of pedal travel.
See also:
Windscreen wiper motor and linkage - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Remove the wiper arms and blades as
described in Section 17.
2 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
3 Remove the nut covers, the fixing nuts,
washers and spacers from the pivot sha ...
Air cleaner assembly - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
2 Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hoses
which are accessible from above, from the air
cleaner body (see illustration).
2.2 Disconnecting ...
Front hub carrier - removal and refitting
Note: A balljoint separator tool will be
required for this operation.
Removal
1 Loosen the relevant front roadwheel nuts,
apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the
vehicle and support on axle ...
