The steering column switches are located on both sides of the steering wheel. These levers are placed here so that they can be easily operated with the hands, without having to let go of the steering wheel. In addition, you can keep your view of the road while you control the lighting, indicate the direction or operate the windshield wipers. On cars with cruise control, the same or an additional steering column switch can switch the cruise control on and off and set it higher or lower.
Steering column switch broken
In general, the steering column switch will last a whole car life. However, sometimes something can break. Due to the fact that the switch has electrical and mechanical components, defects can sometimes occur. For example, the components can rust, break or bend. Defects can especially occur with convertibles, because these steering column switches can have to deal with weather conditions. In combination with the electrical components, this can cause malfunctions. In addition, a lot of moisture in the car can also cause these defects.
Replace steering column switch
In most cases, the entire steering column switch will need to be replaced and cannot be repaired. It is important to proceed carefully, the steering column switch must be completely disassembled, the airbags can sometimes get in the way. The airbags could even be deployed during disassembly. Do you not have the right technical knowledge and therefore prefer to leave the job to the garage? Make sure you buy the parts cheaply from Winparts and deliver them to the garage yourself. This saves you a lot of costs!
Buy steering column switch
Buying a steering column switch is quick and easy at Winparts. Quickly find out which column switch is suitable for your car by entering the number plate or car model. The correct parts will then be displayed. Are you looking for other interior switches? At Winparts you will also find window switches, clock springs, ventilator switches, headlight switches and seat adjustment.