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Beck Arnley 201-0825 Brake Light Switch

Brand	Beck Arnley 201-0825
Material	Metal
Bracket Included	No
Attachment Method	Screw-on
Are You Using The Long Form Warning	Y
Fits	BMW and Volvo · 67 vehicles

OE-spec replacement. Form, fit, and function match original requirements.

Metal construction. Durable switch body with a screw-on attachment method.

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Brake Light Switch for Volvo and BMW

Beck Arnley 201-0825 is a metal brake light switch built to match foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. It is a screw-on, mechanical-style replacement for select Volvo 240, 740, 760, 780, 850, 940 and BMW 3, 5, 6, and 7 Series applications.

For drivers restoring brake lamp operation on a Volvo 850 or BMW 528e, this switch provides the correct OE-style fitment and mounting style. Beck Arnley sources parts through global partners so you can select the right replacement with confidence.

Key Features

Metal construction for brake switch service applications
Screw-on attachment method
Bracket not included
OE-spec replacement for foreign nameplate vehicles
Beck Arnley part number 201-0825

Detailed Description

Beck Arnley 201-0825 is a brake light switch engineered for select Volvo and BMW models that use a mechanical-type switch. It is listed for 1990-1993 Volvo 240, 1985-1992 Volvo 740, 1983-1990 Volvo 760, 1988-1991 Volvo 780, 1991-1993 Volvo 940, 1993-1995 Volvo 850, and 1994-1995 Volvo 850 to VIN #172433. BMW coverage includes 1975-1978 530i, 1979-1981 528i, 1977-1983 320i, 1982-1986 528e, 1983-1984 533i, 1984-1985 318i, 1984-1986 325e, 1985-1986 524td, 1985-1986 535i, 1985-1986 635CSi, and 1985-1986 735i, plus 1986 325es.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

Brake lamps that do not illuminate when the pedal is pressed
Intermittent brake light operation caused by switch wear
Incorrect pedal signal to the brake light circuit
Mechanical switch failure in older Volvo and BMW applications
Restoration work on OE-style electrical brake controls

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle uses the mechanical-type brake light switch and match the listed year, make, model, and VIN note before ordering. The switch uses a screw-on attachment method and does not include a bracket, so reuse or source any required mounting components separately. Verify connector style, pedal adjustment, and switch alignment during installation to ensure proper brake lamp activation.

Quality Assurance

Beck Arnley parts are sourced to meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. Part number 201-0825 is built as an OE-style replacement for the listed Volvo and BMW applications.

This part fits 67 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Liters	Cylinders	Position	Notes
1995	Volvo	850	2.3L	L5	N/A	To VIN #172433
1995	Volvo	850	2.4L	L5	N/A	—
1994	Volvo	850	2.3L	L5	N/A	To VIN #172433
1994	Volvo	850	2.4L	L5	N/A	—
1993	Volvo	240	2.3L	L4	N/A	—
1993	Volvo	850	2.4L	L5	N/A	—
1993	Volvo	940	—	—	N/A	—
1992	Volvo	240	2.3L	L4	N/A	—
1992	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1992	Volvo	940	—	—	N/A	—
1991	Volvo	240	2.3L	L4	N/A	—
1991	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1991	Volvo	780	—	—	N/A	—
1991	Volvo	940	—	—	N/A	—
1990	Volvo	240	2.3L	L4	N/A	—
1990	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1990	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1990	Volvo	780	—	—	N/A	—
1989	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1989	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1989	Volvo	780	—	—	N/A	—
1988	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1988	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1988	Volvo	780	—	—	N/A	—
1987	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1987	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1986	BMW	325e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	325es	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	524td	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	528e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	535i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	635CSi	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	BMW	735i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1986	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1986	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1985	BMW	318i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	325e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	524td	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	528e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	535i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	635CSi	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	BMW	735i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1985	Volvo	740	—	—	N/A	—
1985	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1984	BMW	318i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1984	BMW	325e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1984	BMW	528e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1984	BMW	533i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1984	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1983	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1983	BMW	528e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1983	BMW	533i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1983	Volvo	760	—	—	N/A	—
1982	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1982	BMW	528e	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1981	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1981	BMW	528i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1980	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1980	BMW	528i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1979	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1979	BMW	528i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1978	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1978	BMW	530i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1977	BMW	320i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1977	BMW	530i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1976	BMW	530i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
1975	BMW	530i	—	—	N/A	Mechanical Type
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