61 31 310 Replacing brake light switch
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly. Refer to 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Pull brake light switch (2) in direction of arrow out of brake light switch holder (3).
Installation:
- Press brake pedal (4) to floor.
- Slide brake light switch (2) as far as it will go into brake light switch holder (3).
- Grip brake light switch holder (3), slowly return brake pedal (4) to starting position and pull back to stop.
NOTE:
Removing brake light switch holder (2): Press brake pedal. Press catches (1) together and unclip brake light switch holder (2) from bearing block (3).