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installation easier.
3. The master cylinder reservoir tank cap has been colored white to make
identification easier.
4. The ABS-ECU and hydraulic unit have been integrated to make them more
compact and light weight.
CONSTRUCTION DIAGRAM < VEHICLE WITH ABS>
Fig. 1: Identifying Vehicle With ABS Brake
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< VEHICLE WITHOUT ABS>
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3. If the brake pedal height is not within the standard value, follow the procedure
below.
1. Disconnect the stoplight switch connector.
2. Remove the brake booster (Refer to MASTER CYLINDER
ASSEMBLY AND BRAKE BOOSTER
).
3. Adjust the brake pedal height by turning the clevis.
4. Install the brake booster (Refer to MASTER CYLINDER ASSEMBLY
AND BRAKE BOOSTER
).
5. Measure the brake pedal height, and ensure that the measured value is
within the specified value. When it is out of the specified value, repeat
Ste
ps 3 -6 .
NOTE: With the master cylinder and brake pipe connected,
remove the brake booster only.
NOTE: When the clevis is turned 180 degrees, the pedal
height is changed approximately 2.2 mm (0.09 in).
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Fig. 15: Adjusting Brake Pedal Height By Turning Clevis
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6. Screw in the stop light switch until its thread contacts the stopper, and fix
the stop light switch by turning it approximately one quarter of a turn
clockwise.
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Fig. 16: Checking Clearance Between Stop Light Switch And Stopper
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7. Check that the clearance between the stop light switch and the stopper is
as shown.
8. Connect the connector at the stop light switch.
4. Check the key interlock and shift lock mechanisms. (Refer to KEY
INTERLOCK AND SHIFT LOCK MECHANISM CHECK
).
5. Return the carpet, etc. to its original position.
BRAKE PEDAL FREE PLAY
CAUTION: Check that the stop light does not illuminate
when the brake pedal is not depressed.
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2. If the brake pedal play is not within the standard value, check the following,
and adjust or replace if necessary:
Excessive play between the brake pedal and the clevis pin, or between the
clevis pin and the brake booster operating rod Brake pedal height Installation position of the stop light switch, etc.
CLEARANCE BETWEEN BRAKE PEDAL AND DASH PANEL 1. Turn up the carpet, etc. under the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine, depress the brake pedal with approximately 500 N (112
pounds) of force, and measure the clearance between the brake pedal and the
dash panel.
Standard value: 110 mm (4.33 inches) or more [From the surface of dash
panel to the face of
pedal
pad]
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2. With the engine stopped, step on the brake pedal several times. Then step
on the brake pedal and start the engine. If the pedal moves downward
slightly, the booster is in good condition. If there is no change, the booster
is defective. Go to step 3.
Fig. 20: Stepping On Pedal & Starting Engine
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3. With the engine running, step on the brake pedal and then stop the engine.
Hold the pedal depressed for 30 seconds. If the pedal height does not
change, the booster is in good condition, if the pedal rises, the booster is
defective.
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Fig. 43: Removing/Installing Brake Pedal Component
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INSPECTION STOPLIGHT SWITCH CHECK 1. Connect an ohmmeter between the sto
plight switch connector terminals.
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Fig. 44: Connecting Ohmmeter Between Stoplight Switch Connector Terminals
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2. There should be no continuity between the terminals when the plunger is
pushed in as shown. There should be continuity when it is released.
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