Section 34 (Electrical Component Locator): Switches

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION Switches
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SWITCHES

Component Component Location
Automatic Transmission Range Switch In center console, at shifter.
Brake Fluid Level Switch On left rear side of engine compartment, on top of master cylinder.
Brakelight Switch On bracket, above brake pedal.
Convertible Top End-Position Microswitch On left rear of roof, at linkage.
Clutch Switch On clutch pedal support bracket.
Double Temperature Switch On right side of radiator.
Engine Hood Switch On left front of engine compartment, near headlight assembly.
Intermediate Pressure Switch On right front side of engine compartment.
Jet Heater Thermoswitch On right front wheelwell.
Kickdown Switch Behind gas pedal.
Oil Pressure Switch On left side of engine, near oil filter housing. See Figure .
Park Brake Switch At base of parking brake lever.
Pressure Switch On top of receiver-drier, behind right headlight.
Radio Anti-Theft Switch Behind center console.
Reversing Light Switch On left side of transmission.
Seat Belt Switches (2) In respective front seat belt buckles.
Starter Immobilization Switch On left rear side of engine compartment.
Temperature Switch Right front side of engine compartment.
Thermal Oil Level Switch On left side of engine compartment.
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