S40 clutch pedal switch issue

I'm having trouble with my 2001 Volvo S40 diesel (217324 km). I think it's a defective clutch pedal switch. I'm getting an error, the gear selection display isn't working, cruise control won't engage, and sometimes the engine won't start. I think it's a bad cable or plug. Any ideas?

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Sounds like a pain! I had something similar with my S40, although it wasn't quite as bad. The error message was intermittent, and the cruise control was the first to go. Did you check the wiring harness going to the switch itself? Those things can get brittle and cause weird electrical issues.

Could you be more specific about which wiring harness you checked? I want to make sure I check the right wires.

Yep, that's the one. Honestly, tracing those wires can be a bit of a nightmare. I'd suggest taking it to a workshop. If it is just the switch and wiring, it shouldn't be too expensive. Better than getting stranded!

I went to the workshop, and they said it was the clutch pedal switch. The repair was 95€, including parts and labor. The gear selection display, cruise control, and starting problem are all fixed.

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