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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSDODGE AND RAM2000INTREPID R/TREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICDISC BRAKESADJUSTMENTSSTOPLIGHT SWITCH
2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/T
Stoplight Switch
2000 Dodge and Ram Intrepid R/TSECTION Stoplight Switch
- Stoplight switch is located in mounting bracket near top of brake pedal. Depress and hold brake pedal. Rotate stoplight switch 30 degrees counterclockwise and remove switch from mounting bracket. Disconnect electrical connector from stoplight switch.
- Pull plunger on stoplight switch outward until plunger has ratcheted outward to fully extended position. Fully depress brake pedal. Install stoplight switch into mounting bracket so index tab on stoplight switch aligns with slot in mounting bracket.
- With stoplight switch fully seated in mounting bracket, rotate stoplight switch 30 degrees to lock stoplight switch into mounting bracket. Reinstall electrical connector onto stoplight switch.CAUTION: DO NOT use excessive force when pulling brake pedal upward, or stoplight switch may be damaged.
- Gently pull brake pedal upward toward stoplight switch until brake pedal stops moving. This will ratchet plunger on stoplight switch backward to correct operating position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.