Car Door Jamb Switch Installation

With all other doors closed simply depress the plunger on the switch and verify that the courtesy light goes off.

Car door jamb switch installation.

Step 1 plan the location of the switch it is best for the switch to be installed above the door hinge. It is easier to verify the function of the replacement courtesy light switch before reinstalling it back into the door jamb. At the approximate distance up the door to mount the magnets. Connect the ground wire to the grounding screw.

Verify function of replacement courtesy light switch. To mark out on where you want to cut the door jamb use the mounting template that comes with switches. This is where the door jamb switch bushings will be mounted. This means that the switch will be installed on the door s hinge side.

These triggers turn the interior cabin lighting on and off when the door is opened and closed. Switches are mounted on the hinged side of the door jamb. Insert the switch junction box into the door jamb and fasten it to the wood using the supplied screws. Carefully fold the wires into the junction box and put the cover plate on.

First choose the place where you want the switch to be installed. Reinstall the courtesy light switch back into its recess until it is flush with the panel. Installation is a breeze on your camaro trans am or any gm c. Usually the switch will be installed above the top hinge if there is enough space for it.

Photo 7 8 close the door and make a mark on both the door jamb and the door. Connect the black and white wires individually to the terminals or wire tails coming off of the switch. This location is perfect because the door presses the switch as it closes.