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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014OUTBACK 2.5I, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESMECHANICAL - HYDRAULICBRAKE SYSTEMSTOP LIGHT SWITCHREMOVAL

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard Trans

Stop Light Switch: Removal

2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i, Standard TransSECTION Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Remove the instrument panel lower cover.
1. Remove the clips, and remove the instrument panel side cover LH.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Side Cover LH Clips
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2. Remove the clips and data link connector, and remove the instrument panel lower cover under.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Data Link Connector Clips
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3. Remove the bolts, and remove the knee guard panel.
  
  Fig 3: Locating Knee Guard Panel Mounting Bolts
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4. Remove the screws and clips and release the claws, and remove the instrument panel lower cover while disconnecting the harness connectors.
  
  Fig 4: Locating Instrument Panel Lower Cover Mounting Screws
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Remove the stop light switch.
1. Disconnect the stop light switch connector (a).
2. Remove the nut (b), and remove the stop light switch.
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Stop Light Switch Connector And Nuts
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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.