Nitro 2WD V6-4.0L (2007)
Parking Brake Warning Switch: Description and Operation
Description
DESCRIPTION
The park brake switch (1) is located on the park brake lever mechanism on the floor panel transmission tunnel below the center floor console. This
switch includes a spade-type output terminal (2) that connects the switch to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of
the body wire harness. The output terminal is integral to the stationary contact within a molded plastic insulator. A locating tab (4) on the insulator
engages a slot in the park brake lever mechanism for positive switch location. External to the insulator is a movable leaf contact (3) with an integral
grounding lug on one end and an integral actuating lever and follower on the opposite end. The switch is secured to and grounded by a single screw to
the park brake lever mechanism.
The park brake switch cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if ineffective or damaged, it must be replaced.
