minor brake light switch

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chucksta
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minor brake light switch

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can any1 tell me were this is located plz
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alex_holden
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On the front right floor of the engine bay, screwed into the top of a three-way fitting. Mind the fitting doesn't twist and damage the pipes when you unscrew the switch.
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You can test this by shoting the two spades once removed from the switch. Once shorted (with ign on) the brake lights should come on.
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Post by ColinP »

I'd suggest that you buy 2 switches - they don't seem to last long :cry:

Also, Beg booroww or buy a small plastic dropper. You can remove the switch and fit a new one without bleeding the brakes - just top up the hole with fresh brake fluid...

Cheers,

Colin
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