Standard Ignition Brake Light Switch P/N:SLS-389
Help keep your classic's brake lights signaling other drivers when you brake with the Standard Brake Light Switch / Stoplight Switch SLS-127. This switch completes the brake light circuit when the brakes are applied. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed BMW, Saab and Volvo applications, including the 1970-1976 BMW 2002, the 1968-1973 Saab 96 and the 1975-1989 Volvo 244. The part is listed under both names, brake light switch and stoplight switch.
Signs this part may need replacing: brake lights that stay on, brake lights that do not come on, or brake lights that work only intermittently. A bulb, fuse or wiring fault can cause the same signs, so diagnose the cause before replacing the switch.
Fitment highlights: 1967-1974 Volvo 142 and 144, 1968-1973 Saab 95 and 96, 1969-1975 Volvo 164, 1969-1973 Volvo 1800, 1970-1976 BMW 2002, 1975-1989 Volvo 244 and 245, 1977-1983 BMW 320I, 1978-1984 BMW 733I, 1982-1986 BMW 528E, 1983-1990 Volvo 760, 1984-1987 BMW 325E, 1985-1992 Volvo 740, 1988 BMW M3 and 1991-1994 Volvo 940. The switch covers 63 applications in total. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine details.
Interchange: 18-1710
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What does a brake light (stoplight) switch do?
It completes the brake light circuit when the brakes are applied, which switches the brake lights on. It opens the circuit again when the brakes are released.
What are signs the SLS-127 may need replacing?
Signs include brake lights that stay on, never come on, or work only intermittently. A bulb, fuse or wiring fault can cause the same symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing the switch.
Which vehicles does the SLS-127 fit?
It is listed for 63 BMW, Saab and Volvo applications, including the 1970-1976 BMW 2002, 1968-1973 Saab 96 and 1975-1989 Volvo 244. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
How is this switch designed to handle contact wear?
It uses a special-design spring and contact arrangement intended to reduce arcing. Copper alloy conductors give strong electrical conductivity with low resistive losses.
Is the SLS-127 tested?
Standard states that its parts are 100% tested to verify both mechanical and electrical switching performance.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.