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Hi all,
Does any one know how hard it is to change the main lights switch in the dash. Mine is intermittent when you lightly touch the ****. Some times you have to waggle it a bit to get the main beam on or the rear lights it just depends on the moment.
Any help greatly appreciated.
Frank.
Replacing the headlight switch on a is moderately easy but requires careful trim removal. Here’s a quick rundown:
1. **Disconnect the battery** (safety first).
2. **Remove the driver-side dash trim** (pry gently with a trim tool).
3. **Unbolt the switch assembly** (usually Torx screws).
4. **Unplug the electrical connector** and swap in the new switch.
5. **Reassemble and test**.
**Tip:** Check for loose wiring or corrosion while you’re in there. If you’re uncomfortable with trim removal, a shop can do it in ~30 mins.
Let us know if you need part numbers or torque specs!
Excellent info Rob.
Thanks for the parts help.
Will have a go later.
Thanks again.
Frank.
Frank I used a trim remover and just pried out the unit and its not that hard. Its juts a clipped socket behind it. A slip flat head screw driver will do the same job if you are careful and dont damage any of the dash. I had the same problem.... Now my headlight on right has gone out I am kicking myself!! lol Not related obviously.
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Replacing the headlight switch on a is moderately easy but requires careful trim removal. Here’s a quick rundown:
1. **Disconnect the battery** (safety first).
2. **Remove the driver-side dash trim** (pry gently with a trim tool).
3. **Unbolt the switch assembly** (usually Torx screws).
4. **Unplug the electrical connector** and swap in the new switch.
5. **Reassemble and test**.
**Tip:** Check for loose wiring or corrosion while you’re in there. If you’re uncomfortable with trim removal, a shop can do it in ~30 mins.
Let us know if you need part numbers or torque specs!
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Last edited by Johnny Hotspur GT; May 11, 2025 at 09:19 PM.
Hi Guys,
Well the Rob guy was partially correct on this one.
you cant just pries out the switch. you have to drop the lower knee roll /fuse box cover and frame ( about 6 hex screws) then undo 2x m6 nuts to free the switch. prising out just removes the switch facia with the **** attached. The switch is still bolted into the dash.
Pics below.
@Frank ( Sunnyside ) ,
Well that's odd, I guess someone forgot to install the nuts on both my 05, and the parts GT, as you can see marked by yellow, the studs have no nut thread marks on them, my switch is just pressed in.
