Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
61 31 310 Replacing Brake Light Switch
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly. Refer to 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Pull brake light switch (2) in direction of arrow out of brake light switch holder (4).
Installation:
- Press brake pedal (3) to floor.
- Push brake light switch (2) as far as it will go into brake light switch holder (4).
- Grip brake light switch holder (4), slowly return brake pedal (3) to starting position and pull back to stop.
Press brake pedal.
Unclip brake light switch holder (1) at limbs (2) and remove towards rear.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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