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Date:         Mon, 19 Nov 2012 14:40:28 -0800
Reply-To:     "sailingfc @dslextreme.com" <sailingfc@DSLEXTREME.COM>
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From:         "sailingfc @dslextreme.com" <sailingfc@DSLEXTREME.COM>
Subject:      Re: Brake lights take alot of pushing to turn them on.
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Do you know if it is advisable to "prime" the switch with brake fluid? How else would any air pocket inside the switch purge itself?

Thanks. -Dick- 87 Syncro

On Mon, Nov 19, 2012 at 2:02 PM, Steven Johnson <sjohnso2000@gmail.com>wrote:

> Don't drain any at all, just lay down some plastic to protect the wires and > components under the switches > and be ready to replace the old switch with the new one with a quick > manuver of getting the tip into the hole > the threads started. Don't be afraid to use your finger to stop the flow > if you fumble. With a bit of practice > and choice swear words you should have no trouble getting the new one in. > Just keep the fluid off of the > wires and such..... > > Steven > 91 Westy > > On Mon, Nov 19, 2012 at 1:38 PM, Mark Carrig <stratmanx@yahoo.com> wrote: > > > I've noticed recently that my brakes take a good bit of pedal push to get > > the brake lights to light. > > > > I didnt see any adjustments in the Bentley, and am thinking it might be > > the brake switch that is attached to the master cylinder ? > > > > Any hints to make replacment easier ? I assume I need to drain a good bit > > of brake fluid as well ? > > > > Thanks ! > > > > >


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