The dimmer switch is primarily used to switch between the high and low beam headlights, however in many vehicles it also controls the vehicle’s interior lights as well. For some vehicles it is a button switch located on the driver's side floor (1960s to mid-70s GM vehicles), while on other vehicles it is mounted on the steering column.
The headlight dimmer switch is an electrical switch used to control the vehicle’s headlight functions. PRICE and BUY for your specific vehicle.Įxamples of our Headlight Dimmer Switches. Lectric Limited's headlight switches are manufactured to the original specifications which includes a quality, correct value circuit breaker. We have heard that even some "reproduction" headlight swithes do not have the correct value circuit breaker. Symptoms may include a burning electrical smell from your dash when your headlights are on, inability to dim or adjust your dash/instrument panel lights, flickering of the lights, or a poor or faulty movement of the vacuum controlled mechanical parts.ĭid you know.Your headlight switch should have a circuit breaker or circuit protection built inside to protect your vehicle's wiring? If your headlight and dash lights start to flicker after they've been on for a short time, the problem is often due to a faulty or under-amperage circuit breaker. The switch itself can break, its contacts burn/pit, the rheostat that controls the dash and interior lights can burn, or the vacuum control portion of the switch (if included) can leak or become problematic. (click to enlarge)Ī headlight switch can fail for several reasons. PRICE and BUY for your specific vehicle.Įxamples of our reproduction Headlight Switches. Note: Not all "reproduction" courtesy light switches, sold by other companies, are made with this self-adjusting sleeve. With out this self-adjusting sleeve, your switch can either be damaged, or can go through the inside wall of your door, upon closing the door. Lectric Limited's reproduction courtesy light / dome light switches are designed and manufactured the same way.
Very Important! Some courtesy light / dome light switches were originally designed with a self-adjusting travel sleeve. Our courtesy light / dome light switches are reproductions of the original and are guaranteed to connect to your original dash wiring harness, mount, and function exactly as the original. Lectric Limited has the courtesy and dome light components for your that will get your interior back to bright on those dark nights. This is common since these switches are continuously being punded by the closure of the doors. Once checked out, most likely your courtesy light switch in the door jamb has gone bad. Checking your vehicles bulbs and fuses first is always a good idea first. (click to enlarge)Ĭourtesy light / dome switches can fail over time. PRICE and BUY for your specific vehicle.Įxamples of our Courtesy Light / Dome Light Switches. Shown below are only some of the reproduction and replacement switches we offer. See our online catalog for photos and additional information.
They are similar in appearance to an original switch, and will connect to an original wiring harness, fit, mount, and function exactly as original. Replacement switches are not necessarily manufactured by an O.E.M. REPLACEMENT SWITCHES - Some of the switches in our catalog are listed as replacements. These switches are correct in appearance to the original switch, and will connect to an original wiring harness, fit, mount, and function exactly as original. (Original Equipment Manufacturer), on the original tooling. REPRODUCTION SWITCHES - Most of the switches in our catalog are listed as reproductions. Transmission Controlled Spark (TCS) Switches.
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