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Subject:Re: Vanagon gl Headlights
From:Tom L. Neal
Date:Tue, 15 Aug 2000 07:16:21 -0700

> I just had this happen to me on one of my '87's.  I carefully took apart the
> headlight switch and cleaned the contacts.    Did it on the side of the road
> in fact.  The instrument cluster cover comes off from the windshield side
> (kind of hard)   The switch comes out with a couple of with a couple of

Before putting it back together, put a touch of contact grease on the
springs and it will go from a wrestling match to a ballet.  Switches are
available in junkyards for about $5 and it's good to carry a spare for
troubleshooting and quick repair.

Cheers, Tom Neal