Electrical Component Locator: Switches

2008 Audi A3 Base, 2.0 E, Automatic DCTSECTION Switches
SWITCHES LOCATION

Component Location
Brake Fluid Level Warning Switch In brake fluid reservoir cap. See Figure.
Brake Light Switch Top of brake pedal assembly. See Figure.
Driver's Safety Belt Switch In driver's seat belt latch. See Figure.
Engine Coolant Level (ECL) Warning Switch On coolant reservoir. See Figure.
Front Hood Switch Base of engine compartment hood latch. See Figure.
Front Passenger's Safety Belt Switch In front passenger's seat belt latch. See Figure.
Parking Brake Warning Light Switch At base of parking brake lever assembly. See Figure.
Selector Lever Park Position Lock Switch Forward of gear selector assembly. See Figure.
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