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Electrical fault- headlight bingo

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The ignition switch failed to solve it so I have just replaced the light switch - much easier and quicker.

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The ignition switch failed to solve it so I have just replaced the light switch - much easier and quicker.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Hello I've recently bought a 996 facelift model , Tip , 79k, 2002. If I turn on the headlights after starting the engine then one of three things happen; 1. The lights come on, and the battery and oil warning lights also come on 2. The lights come on , and the rear spoiler lifts up , and clicks as it reaches the up position and carries on trying to rise 3. The lights come on and all is good If I turn the lights on before starting the engine, then all is good. Any ideas? Evestz

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Steve!! It is likely to be either the ignition switch, or the main light switch. Both are known problems, which cause faults like you are experiencing. I would try the ignition switch first, as it is the cheaper of the two. There are DIY's for both in the Technical Articles section.

POST 3 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks Richard I bought the switch from VW ( £32 delivered) and set out to replace it. I've removed the headlight switch then undone the three screws labelled 21 in the diagram. I have tried to pull the vent towards me to remove it but it seems stuck fast. I've applied a fair amount of pull but I don't want to force it as I'll break something. Are there any other hidden clips, springs etc - or should I try pushing it from inside , under the dash? There may be no easy answer, I appreciate that.... each car is different and presents different problems. Evestz

POST 4Original post

Take a look at Min's headlight switch DIY. There aren't any hidden clips, but it does take a bit of firm but careful persuasion to get it moving.

POST 5 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

Thanks Richard - I need the plastic trim lever plus courage! Steve

POST 6 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

HI Richard Job done. The ignition switch failed to solve it so I have just replaced the light switch - much easier and quicker. It seems to have done the trick. Thanks Steve

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