Electrical Component Locator: Switches

1990 Saab 900 Base, 2D Convertible, StandardSECTION Switches
SWITCHES LOCATION

Component Location
ABS Pressure Switch In engine compartment, on hydraulic control unit.
A/C Clutch Cycling Switch On right side of A/C housing.
A/C Coolant Temperature By-Pass Switch In top coolant hose, at right side of radiator.
A/C Low Pressure Switch On receiver-drier.
Back-Up Light Switch (M/T) Under console, next to shift lever.
Back-Up/Neutral Switch (A/T) On gear lever housing, under console.
Boost Pressure Switch (Turbo) Under left side of dash.
Coolant Fan Thermoswitch Below coolant recovery hose, on left side of radiator.
Coolant Temperature Warning Switch On lower radiator hose.
Cruise Control Brake Switch On bracket above brake pedal.
Cruise Control Clutch Switch On bracket above clutch pedal.
Idle Speed Switch Under center console.
Ignition Switch On console, between front seats.
Manifold Pressure Switch Under left side of instrument panel.
Parking Brake Switch On bracket under console, near parking brake lever.
Rear Window Defogger Mercury Switch (Convertible) Top of left frame member assembly.
Stoplight Switch On bracket near brake pedal.
Thermo Time Switch On top center of cylinder head, between injectors.
Throttle Switch Attached to lower portion of throttle housing.
Upshift Indicator Switches At throttle housing, right transaxle cover and on the manifold.
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