Hella 007666001 Brake Light Switch

Brake Light Switch for BMW and Land Rover

This Hella brake light switch, part number 007666001, restores the electrical signal that turns on the brake lamps when the pedal is pressed. It uses a 12V electric, normally closed contact design with a 4-pin female connector and clipped mounting for direct replacement service.

• Hella brake light switch, part number 007666001
• 12V electric operation with normally closed contact
• Push switch type with clipped mounting
• 4-pin female connector, 4 terminals, male pins
• Direct replacement for select BMW, Cadillac, and Land Rover applications

Fitment and Application Details

Compatible with select BMW 318i, 318is, 323i, 323is, 325i, 325is, 328i, 328is, M3, 525i, 530i, 535i, 540i, 735i, 735iL, 750iL, 850i, and M5 models, plus Cadillac Catera and Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover applications. Fits 1996-2002 BMW Z3, N/A; 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera, N/A; 1994-1999 Land Rover Discovery, N/A; and 1993-1995 Land Rover Range Rover, N/A. This part number 007666001 also cross-references Beck/Arnley 201-1624 for the same application.

What This Brake Switch Helps Address

• Brake lamps that do not illuminate when the pedal is pressed
• Intermittent brake light operation from a worn electrical switch
• Brake light circuit issues related to a failed normally closed contact
• Pedal-actuated switch problems on 12V vehicles with a 4-pin connector
• Replacement needs for clipped-mount brake light switch assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and mounting type before installation. This switch uses a 4-pin female connector, clipped mounting, and electric operation; no wiring harness or mounting hardware is included. Because the product is listed as requiring assembly/disassembly by qualified personnel, installation should be performed by a trained technician and the brake lamp circuit should be tested after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Hella supplies this brake light switch as a direct replacement electrical component built to restore consistent brake lamp function on the listed BMW, Cadillac, and Land Rover applications. Confirm vehicle year, model, and connector configuration against the fitment data before ordering.