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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLVO2003S60 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKES AND TRACTION CONTROLPARKING BRAKE SYSTEMPARKING BRAKE RELEASE SWITCHSERVICE AND REPAIR
2003 Volvo S60 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244S
Parking Brake Release Switch: Service and Repair
2003 Volvo S60 2.4 L5-2.4L VIN 61 B5244SSECTION Service and Repair
Parking brake switch, replacing
Removal
Parking brake switch
- Remove the parking brake lever. See Replacing the parking brake lever Replacing the Parking Brake Lever
- Cut or grind off the rivet head. Remove the remainder of the rivet
- Remove the parking brake switch.
Installation
Parking brake switch
- Rivet the parking brake switch into position. Use pop rivet (937881)
- Install the parking brake lever. See Replacing the parking brake lever Replacing the Parking Brake Lever.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.