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Old 04-28-2007, 12:48 PM   #1
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Any advice on cleaning the e-brake sensor contact?

Hello all,

My e-brake sensor will not engage, which is preventing me from raising my top. When I pull the e-brake (no matter how hard, etc), the dash light will not illuminate.

Has anyone cleaned the contacts for this? I really don't want to have to take it to the shop, as I'm sure this is probably a simple fix...

Thanks

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Old 04-28-2007, 07:07 PM   #2
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The switch is sealed so It would be hard to clean the contacts. We just replace the switch.
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Old 04-29-2007, 12:02 AM   #3
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I HAD THIS PROBLEM JUST 3 WEEKS AGO! Like a dumbass, I took it to the dealer and said just fix it whatever it is. So they did, $7.99 part, $200 labor, which I did not know till they called me that it was done.

Lesson learned.
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Old 04-29-2007, 08:17 AM   #4
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Tool Pants,

Is it very difficult to replace the switch (I'm a complete novice)? Was hoping to tackle this today, but I guess I'll have to wait for the parts dept to open on Monday... what part do I ask for? Thanks!
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Old 04-29-2007, 08:39 AM   #5
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http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=8961&hl=top+switch
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Old 04-29-2007, 09:10 AM   #6
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Thanks for the link... is there any way you still have the picture that is in the thread? I don't have renn-tech access...

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