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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the trim hinge pillar panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
  2. Remove the knee bolster trim bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  3. Remove the stop lamp switch from the brake pedal. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.

  4. Object Number: 343641  Size: SH
  5. Remove the brake pedal pivot bolt and discard the bolt.
  6. Remove the brake pedal.
  7. Inspect the brake pedal pivot bushing for damage or wear.

Installation Procedure

  1. If the brake pedal pivot bushing is damaged or worn, replace the bushing using the following procedure:
  2. 1.1. Squeeze the end that will be facing the brake pedal pivot nut.
    1.2. Insert the bushing into the pivot hub just enough to hold the bushing in place.
    1.3. Push the bushing through the hub until the bushing snaps in place.

    Object Number: 343641  Size: SH
  3. Install the brake pedal.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

    Important: The brake pedal pivot bolt is a prevailing torque bolt and must be replaced each time the bolt is removed.

  5. Install the new brake pedal pivot bolt and the brake pedal pivot nut.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the brake pedal pivot bolt to 25 N·m (19 lb ft).

  7. Install the stop lamp switch to the brake pedal. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement in Lighting Systems.
  8. Install the knee bolster trim bracket. Refer to Driver Knee Bolster Bracket Replacement in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  9. Install the trim hinge pillar panel. Refer to Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.