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Headlight switch replacement?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by nc-taco, Jul 9, 2009.

  1. Jul 9, 2009 at 6:17 PM
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    nc-taco

    nc-taco [OP] New Member

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    Anyone replaced one in a '96?
     
  2. Jul 11, 2009 at 5:12 AM
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    ViperR

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    I recently removed the steering column shroud off my 95.5 to install an int wiper switch. It worked out fine, but the headlight switch doesn't match the new wiper arm. I bought a light switch off the same salvaged vehichle that matches the wiper arm. My next project is to install that light arm. It looks a little trickyer than the wiper. The wiper had two screws that are attached from the back of the mount and I used a 1 1/2" shorty phillips. The light arm has screws from the front and the steering wheel is in the way and not much room. I'd hate to have to remove the wheel & air bag and winder just to make the switches match. There is a little cup mount and ball bearing that is involved. Maybe one of those 90 degree screwdrivers might work. I could use some tips as well.
    Vipe
     
  3. Aug 12, 2009 at 3:38 PM
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    nc-taco

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    Good luck, bro. Mine turned out to be two burned-out headlights. Seems odd since they were both good just a couple days before.
     

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