Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
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Work Procedure
Overview: This procedure describes replacing the brake light switch on 1998 - 2002 model year New Beetle vehicles.
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Switch ignition to off position
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Remove 3 screws -1- securing cover -2- under dashboard on drivers side
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Pull cover out of rear holding clips
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Check brake light switch
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If switch has a 2 pin electrical connector, no further work is required. Replace cover and secure with 3 screws, otherwise proceed to next step
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Disconnect connect -1- from brake light switch -2-
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Remove brake light switch by turning left (counterclockwise)
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Obtain new brake light switch 1J0 945 511 D
CAUTION: THIS VERSION SWITCH CONTAINS AN INTERNAL SWITCH THAT CAN BE DAMAGED IF NOT INSTALLED
AND ADJUSTED PROPERLY. DO NOT DEPRESS PLUNGER PRIOR TO INSTALLATION. SWITCH CAN ONLY BE TESTED IN
THE INSTALLED POSITION.
