How to Hook Up a 3 Way Light Switch?

Turn off power at the breaker

Verify the power is off with a voltage tester

Remove the switch cover plates

Identify the common terminal on each 3-way switch

Connect the incoming hot wire to the common terminal on the first switch

Connect the wire going to the light fixture to the common terminal on the second switch

Connect the two traveler wires between the traveler terminals on both switches

Connect the neutral wires together in the box if present

Connect the ground wires to the green ground screw and bond to the metal box if required

Tighten all terminal screws securely

Reinstall the switches and cover plates

Restore power at the breaker

Test both switches to confirm proper operation

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