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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2010MARINER HYBRID, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 175 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONSTOPLAMP SWITCHINSTALLATION
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWD
Stoplamp Switch: Installation
2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mercury Montego, 2005 Ford Freestyle, and 2005 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
It is very important to not press, pull or touch the brake pedal assembly during the installation of the stoplamp switch. Failure to follow these instructions may damage the stoplamp switch.
- Without movement to the brake pedal assembly, install the stoplamp switch and rotate 45 degrees counterclockwise.
- Connect the stoplamp switch electrical connector.
- Start the engine and apply the brake pedal several times to make sure the stoplamps operate correctly.
NOTE:
If the stoplamps do not operate correctly, repeat the removal and installation procedure with special attention to not move or touch the brake pedal during installation.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.