BMW F10 F11 F12 Electric Parking Brake Auto Hold Switch 9350899

BMW F10 F11 F12 Electric Parking Brake Auto Hold Switch is an original control element for the parking brake system and Auto Hold function, designed for BMW 5 and 6 series models. This precision module from the Switches, control elements and ignition switches group ensures convenient operation of the electric parking brake from the center console. The used OEM component allows for a technically correct replacement of a worn or damaged switch without interfering with the factory installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 9350899
• Mark: BMW (Genuine OE)
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 9350899
• Substitutable numbers: 9217594, 61319877889, 61316822518, 61319385029, 61319355233, 61319350899, 61319349037, 61319349035, 61319318730, 9877889, 6822518, 9385029, 9355233, 9350899, 9349037, 9349035, 9318730
• Part type: Push Button
• Category: Switches & Controls

Function and application of the Auto Hold switch

The switch is responsible for controlling the electric parking brake and activating the Auto Hold function in BMW F10, F11, and F12 series vehicles. Thanks to it, the driver can:

• conveniently engage and release the parking brake from the center panel,
• use the Auto Hold function, which keeps the vehicle in place after stopping,
• maintain full integration with the vehicle's factory electronic system.

The element is designed as part of the control system, so after correct installation, it works with existing comfort and safety modules, maintaining the original logic of the system's operation.

Construction and integration with the BMW installation

The Auto Hold parking brake switch is structurally adapted to the center console of the relevant BMW versions, which facilitates installation and ensures aesthetic integration into the interior. The electrical connectors are prepared to work with the factory wiring, so the element can be used as a replacement for a damaged module without the need for installation modifications.

The original design promotes visual and functional consistency of the cockpit, and the dedicated OEM construction minimizes the risk of software compatibility issues and communication problems within the vehicle's bus.

Benefits of using an original switch

Using a factory parking brake switch in a BMW F10, F11, and F12 brings a number of practical benefits:

• Full compatibility with vehicle systems – the switch is designed for a specific BMW platform, which promotes correct cooperation with control modules.
• Stable operation of the Auto Hold function – maintaining factory parameters of the braking and comfort system.
• Visual consistency of the interior – the element matches the style of the original center console.
• Possibility of using existing mounting points and connectors – without the need for mechanical adaptation.

The used OEM component is a solution that allows for optimizing repair costs while maintaining factory-quality fitment and predictable operation of the parking brake control system.

Selection, installation, and safety of use

Before purchasing, it is worth verifying the compatibility of the switch with the specific vehicle equipment version to ensure correct cooperation with the car's electronics. A correctly selected element from the Switches, control elements and ignition switches group facilitates the installation process and limits the risk of communication errors in the system.

Due to the importance of the braking system for safety, it is recommended that installation be performed by a person with experience in working with BMW electrical installations and that system diagnostics be performed after installation to confirm correct recognition and operation of the switch by the vehicle's controllers.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or modernization of the braking system control zone in your BMW and need other elements from the same group, such as control buttons, parking brake operation modules, or additional console switches, check the available parts in the BMW Switches, control elements and ignition switches category.

To better assess the condition and safety of used components related to the braking system, it is worth reading the practical tips contained in the article Second-hand braking system: how to safely choose discs, calipers, and ABS?, which helps to consciously approach the selection of parts from the secondary market.