This is the 3rd time the headlight switch on my 2000Z has stopped functioning. At $85 CDN each I do not want to spend the money on a 4th one. Does anyone know why these POS's break so easily? <br>

Mike Madill
2000 Z24

Hi Mike,

New Member here, first ever post

I have a 1997 Sunfire and am experiencing some problems with my headlights and it appears to be in the switch. Can you give me some more details on the problem that you are having with your lights (switch)? How did you check it? What where the symptoms?...etc., etc.

Any help that you can provide is much appreciated!!

Stephanie

the symptoms include: lights not coming on at all, dash lights flicker on & off.
We sell a few of those here & there. I had to put one in my 98Z24 last year.
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problem cheap a$$ gm plastic parts and bare bones wiring with cheap a$$ wiring harnesses <br>





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When you take out the swtich look at the connectors on the switch in the back. When I finally got a new one for mine the old one had some of the metal prongs burned out.

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2006 Cobalt SS 2.4L 9.6 @74mph 1/8th mile w/2.28 60ft

same issue here on my 02 .............. 4TH FRIGGIN TIME ............. last i spoke with a dealer and they mentioned it may have been identified as a problem with the grand ams ........... ummmmmmm kayyyyyyyyy ............... what are the chances its the same part there fellas ????????

stock lights and all that jazz ............... dealer quoted me most recently 143 ........ anyone else experiencing this ????? find the part cheaper ?????

I noticed the same thing on mine. On the light blue connector there is some burn like marks. Is it possible something in that wiring is damaging the headlight switch? <br>

Mike Madill
2000 Z24

hey steph,

did you ever figure out the prublem with your lights?

A bunch of us are still having problems and i'm trying to look into some options with GM.

Brian

My GF is having the same problem. Anyone know where I can find detailed instructions on replacing the switch?


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Courtesy of Chilton Manual (1995-2000 Cavalier/Sunfire):

Remove the steering wheel using the following steps:

1. Properly disable the SIR system. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Wait approximately 20 minutes to allow time for the auxiliary system to discharge.
2. Remove the 2 screws from the back of the steering wheel that retain the air bag module. Disconnect the module CPA and electrical connection from the rear of the module and remove. Set the module aside.
3. Remove the steering wheel center nut.
4. Use a suitable steering wheel puller and remove the steering wheel from the column.

Safety Alert -- When carrying a live air bag, make sure the bag and trim cover are facing away from the body. In the unlikely event of an accidental deployment, the air bag will then deploy with minimal chance of injury. when placing a live air bag on a bench or other surface, always face the bag and trim cover up, away from the surface. This will reduce the motion of the module if it is accidentally deployed.

To reinstall steering wheel:

1. Align the mark on the steering wheel with the mark on the shaft, then install the wheel. Install the center nut and torque to 30 ft lbs.
2. Install the air bag module using care when making the horn and air bag connections.
3. Properly enable the air bag system.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Note: Removal of the steering wheel may not be necessary, however, it may prove useful as it eliminates one more thing in your way.

To access the Combo Switch:

1. Remove the upper steering column cover. There should be 3 retainer screws in the lower cover.
2. Remove the column tilt arm (it should just unscrew).
3. Remove the lower steering column cover.
4. Remove the 2 switch mounting screws and remove the switch
5. Detach all wire connectors from the combo switch. Push locking tabs to remove the wires.

To install:

1. Attach all wire connectors to the combo switch.
2. Install the combo switch to the column with the 2 attaching screws.
3. Install the lower steering column cover and tilt arm.
4. Install the upper steering column cover and attaching screws.
5. Reinstall steering wheel per above instructions.
6. Reattach negative battery cable.