Section 60 (Electrical Component Locator): Switches

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Switches
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Buick Regal and 2002 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SWITCHES LOCATION

Component Location
A/T Shift Lock Control Switch (Regal) Under center of console.
Brake Fluid Level Switch In brake fluid reservoir.
Coolant Level Switch Mounted on right side of radiator.
Cruise Control Release Switch Under left side of dash, on brake pedal bracket.
Engine Oil Level Switch (3.1L VIN J) On bottom of engine oil pan.
Engine Oil Level Switch (3.8L VIN K) On bottom of engine oil pan. See Figure .
Engine Oil Level Switch (3.8L VIN 1) On bottom of engine oil pan. See Figure .
Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch (3.1L VIN J) Lower left side of engine, above starter. See Figure .
Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch (3.8L VIN K) Lower right side of engine, above transaxle.
Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) Switch (3.8L VIN 1) Lower right side of engine, above transaxle.
Park Brake Switch On parking brake assembly.
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch On top right rear of transaxle. See Figure .
Seat Belt Switch (Driver) Part of driver's seat belt assembly.
Stoplamp Switch On brake pedal support bracket.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Switch Right front corner of engine compartment, in washer fluid reservoir.
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