Stop (brake) light switch, status
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Only digital display
The signal from the stop lamp switch to the transmission control module (TCM) is used to disengage the lock-up function when braking. This is to prevent juddering and stalling.