How to remove headlight switch from dashboard?
Apr 25, 2019 at 6:23 AM
Headlight switch removal
1996 SAAB 9000
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.
Here are the directions. The attached picture correlates with these directions.
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REPLACEMENT OF LIGHTS SWITCH
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To Remove
1 Remove the steering column cowls.
2 Unplug the connector.
3 Unscrew the two bolts securing the lights switch and remove same.
To Install
1 Screw the new lights switch in place by means of the two retaining bolts.
2 Plug in the connector.
3 Install the steering column cowls.
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Let me know if that helps or if you have other questions.
Take care,
Joe
Here are the directions. The attached picture correlates with these directions.
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REPLACEMENT OF LIGHTS SWITCH
imageOpen In New TabZoom/Print
To Remove
1 Remove the steering column cowls.
2 Unplug the connector.
3 Unscrew the two bolts securing the lights switch and remove same.
To Install
1 Screw the new lights switch in place by means of the two retaining bolts.
2 Plug in the connector.
3 Install the steering column cowls.
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Let me know if that helps or if you have other questions.
Take care,
Joe
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Apr 25, 2019 at 6:43 PM
The reply was great. unfortunately, it was the wrong switch it is the one that switches the lights on. when I turn the lights on the engine cuts out. would a new switch solve the problems? thanks
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Apr 26, 2019 at 4:35 AM
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
- ✓ASE Certified Mechanic
- 110,194 POSTS
Welcome back:
Those are the only directions there are for the headlight switch related in two different manuals. If I recall, all you need to do is gently pull on the switch itself and it will release and come out. There will be a plug on the rear of it. Disconnect the plug and reverse the procedure to install the new one.
As far as the switch being the problem, chances are it isn't the problem. Start at the power source. Make sure the battery is fully charged and the battery terminals are clean and tight. Also, check the ground wires to both the body (near battery / follow the neg battery cable to locate where it bolts) and confirm corrosion isn't an issue and they are tight.
To me, it sounds like a power issue. A weak ground can cause crazy things to happen.
Let me know if I can help.
Take care,
Joe
Those are the only directions there are for the headlight switch related in two different manuals. If I recall, all you need to do is gently pull on the switch itself and it will release and come out. There will be a plug on the rear of it. Disconnect the plug and reverse the procedure to install the new one.
As far as the switch being the problem, chances are it isn't the problem. Start at the power source. Make sure the battery is fully charged and the battery terminals are clean and tight. Also, check the ground wires to both the body (near battery / follow the neg battery cable to locate where it bolts) and confirm corrosion isn't an issue and they are tight.
To me, it sounds like a power issue. A weak ground can cause crazy things to happen.
Let me know if I can help.
Take care,
Joe
Apr 26, 2019 at 7:10 PM
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