Headlamp Switch - Description

DESCRIPTION





The headlamp switch (1) is located on the instrument panel, in a mounting hole below the left instrument panel vent to the left of the steering column. The standard switch features a four-position rotary knob (4) for exterior lighting control and a thumbwheel (3) for panel lamps dimming and interior lighting control. The rotary knob also has a momentary PUSH function for front and rear (if equipped) fog lamp control.

This switch is constructed of molded plastic. The rotary knob is molded plastic and knurled around its circumference to ease operator control. The thumbwheel is also plastic and knurled. The rotary knob also has an International Control and Display Symbol icon for Front Fog Light and, if the vehicle is so equipped, Rear Fog Light applied to it. The switch face plate is also labeled with graphics and International Control and Display Symbol icons to clearly identify the many functions of the rotary knob and thumbwheel.

The switch housing is secured within the mounting hole of the left instrument panel by three spring steel retention clips (2), two on the top and one on the bottom. The back of the switch housing has an integral connector receptacle containing terminal pins that connect the switch to the vehicle electrical system through a dedicated take out and connector of the instrument panel wire harness. Two panel dimmer controlled Light Emitting Diode (LED) units soldered to the circuit board within the switch provide back lighting for visibility at night, but are not serviceable.

The headlamp switch cannot be repaired and, if ineffective or damaged, it must be replaced.