Issue w/ headlight switch
#1
Issue w/ headlight switch
Hey Guys,
The headlight switch on my ‘95 C36 is acting up. I cannot get it to stay in the position that keeps the fog lights on.
Has anyone else experienced this issue? I’m not sure if I need to replace the switch or if there is a fix for it?? Any insight would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Rob
The headlight switch on my ‘95 C36 is acting up. I cannot get it to stay in the position that keeps the fog lights on.
Has anyone else experienced this issue? I’m not sure if I need to replace the switch or if there is a fix for it?? Any insight would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Rob
Last edited by RPB; 12-15-2017 at 07:44 PM.
#2
Hey Guys,
The headlight switch on my ‘95 C36 is acting up. I cannot get it to stay in the position that keeps the fog lights on.
Has anyone else experienced this issue? I’m not sure if I need to replace the switch or if there is a fix for it?? Any insight would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Rob
The headlight switch on my ‘95 C36 is acting up. I cannot get it to stay in the position that keeps the fog lights on.
Has anyone else experienced this issue? I’m not sure if I need to replace the switch or if there is a fix for it?? Any insight would be appreciated!
Cheers,
Rob
i ha e a spare switch from a c43 if you end up needing one
#4
Sure thing, so if I try and set it to position 3 the switch will not stay in place and simply bounces back. I can hold it in position 3 to get the fog lights on, but the switch cannot maintain that position unless it’s being held in place.
This is a first for me, I owned a few MBs from this era in the past. I’m pretty sure the switch will need to be replaced. I was curious if any of you guys experienced this problem in the past; it appears not so far. My safety inspection is due next month and would most likely fail because of this. The annual safety inspections in NOVA makes one realize how the time flies!!
Cheers,
Rob
This is a first for me, I owned a few MBs from this era in the past. I’m pretty sure the switch will need to be replaced. I was curious if any of you guys experienced this problem in the past; it appears not so far. My safety inspection is due next month and would most likely fail because of this. The annual safety inspections in NOVA makes one realize how the time flies!!
Cheers,
Rob
Last edited by RPB; 12-16-2017 at 09:02 PM.
#6
I wanted to provide an update if it helps someone down the road. I stumbled across a post that details my exact problem, it sounds like there is a plastic seal inside the switch that wears out over time:
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w202...t-staying.html
I’m unsure if I can source the plastic seal, but I plan on taking the switch apart to see if I can maybe work some magic on it. I appreciate the help!
Cheers,
Rob
http://www.benzworld.org/forums/w202...t-staying.html
I’m unsure if I can source the plastic seal, but I plan on taking the switch apart to see if I can maybe work some magic on it. I appreciate the help!
Cheers,
Rob
Last edited by RPB; 12-20-2017 at 07:41 PM.
#7
Lol. What?
I have 1 taillight on my car that is shorted out somewhere. I thought it might have been the headlight switch. I picked up one from a yard for 15. It wasn't the switch. New ones are cheap too. PJ said he had one for you.
I'd even send you the one I have for free if I knew where it was but I'm sure PJ will let you have his for a few bucks.
I have 1 taillight on my car that is shorted out somewhere. I thought it might have been the headlight switch. I picked up one from a yard for 15. It wasn't the switch. New ones are cheap too. PJ said he had one for you.
I'd even send you the one I have for free if I knew where it was but I'm sure PJ will let you have his for a few bucks.
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#8
Lol. What?
I have 1 taillight on my car that is shorted out somewhere. I thought it might have been the headlight switch. I picked up one from a yard for 15. It wasn't the switch. New ones are cheap too. PJ said he had one for you.
I'd even send you the one I have for free if I knew where it was but I'm sure PJ will let you have his for a few bucks.
I have 1 taillight on my car that is shorted out somewhere. I thought it might have been the headlight switch. I picked up one from a yard for 15. It wasn't the switch. New ones are cheap too. PJ said he had one for you.
I'd even send you the one I have for free if I knew where it was but I'm sure PJ will let you have his for a few bucks.
Thanks again,
Rob
#10
The inspection is due in Jan, but the car is ok in my driveway even if the sticker expires. I plan on replacing it in the next week or two. Don’t worry about the switch! I appreciate the offer, I plan to order one off eBay. Thx!!
Last edited by RPB; 12-21-2017 at 11:59 PM.
#12
Last edited by RPB; 12-22-2017 at 12:18 AM.
#13
Thanks man
If wer talking about the headlight switch, they are kinda hard to remove. Mine is in perfect shape and has less than 70k on it.
OP, If you dont have luck finding one let me know