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#974298 09/25/2013 8:24 AM
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54 3100
Where is the brake light switch located under the dash?


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It's not under the dash. It's on the engine-side of the firewall, but the two mounting screws are inserted from the interior side of the toe panel. See Factory Assembly Manual Sect 12, Sheet 4.05 "VIEW A"

1954 Shop Manual:
> p12-37 last paragraph
> p12-38 photo and info left column

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I saw the shop manual but it wasn't as helpful finding the location. Thank you for the help


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Does anyone have suggestions on testing the switch? Other than seeing if power is getting to it? I assume if it does then the switch is bad.


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Connect the leads of a multi-meter, set on the 20 ohm scale, to the lugs on the switch. In the brakes-not-applied position you should show a "1" on the meter which means an open circuit, no juice flowing. Then move the lever to the "on" position and the gauge should show "0" if it's good. If it still shows a "1" the switch is bad.

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Thank you for the help!


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Disconnect the 2 leads from the switch,,connect them both together. If your brake lights come on, the switch is bad.,,,,,Very simple.


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