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Beetle Headlight Switch (Not 1303 Models) - 1971-79
Part Number: 113941531E
Replacement rotary headlight switch with integrated dashboard light rheostat for late aircooled Volkswagen models. Designed to provide reliable control of the vehicle lighting system, this switch operates the headlights, side lights and dashboard illumination while also allowing adjustment of dash light brightness through the built-in rheostat function.
This switch is suitable for Standard Beetles from 1970-1979, 1302 Beetle Cabriolet models from 1971-1972, Karmann Ghias from 1971-1974 and Type 3 models from August 1970 to July 1973. It is also commonly used on Baja Bugs and Beach Buggy wiring conversions based on late Beetle electrical systems.
Manufactured for 12-volt electrical systems, the switch features multiple terminal connections including twin 30 terminals for battery feed, terminal 56 for headlight relay operation, 58 for side lights, 58L and 58R for left and right parking light circuits and X terminal ignition-controlled functions.
Terminal Functions:
• 30: Permanent live battery feed from fuse box
• 56: Output to headlight relay/headlight circuit
• 58: Side light and tail light circuit
• 58L: Left-hand parking light circuit
• 58R: Right-hand parking light circuit
• X: Ignition-controlled auxiliary/load reduction circuit
A faulty headlight switch can cause intermittent lights, dash illumination problems or overheating electrical connections. Replacing worn switches helps restore reliable operation and proper lighting control.
This switch requires a 14mm dash escutcheon retaining nut for installation, available separately under part number 111941515D.
Specifications:
Voltage: 12 Volt
Thread Size: M14x6
Operation: Rotary Switch
Function: Headlights and dashboard light rheostat
Terminal Designations:
• Twin 30
• 56
• 58
• 58L
• 58R
• X
OEM References:
113941531B
311941531B
113941531E
Additional Parts Required:
Dash Escutcheon Nut: 111941515D
Fitment Summary:
VW Beetle Sedan: 1970-1979
VW Beetle 1302 Cabriolet: 1971-1972
VW Karmann Ghia: 1971-1974
VW Type 3: 1970-1973
VW Baja & Beach Buggy: Late Beetle based electrical systems
Ideal for restoration projects, electrical repairs and replacing worn or faulty original headlight switches.
This Part Fits: Beetle, Karmann Ghia, Trekker, Type 3, Buggy,
Availability: Stock Item
Item Name: Switch for headlight with rheostat for dashboard lightning, M14 x6
Description: Switch, headlight
Product Group: Electric
Group: Lights
Unit of Measure: Each
Manufacturer: JOPEX
Dimensions:
Width: 78mm
Height: 78mm
Depth: 53mm
Volume: 322452mm3
Weight: 0.084kg
| Manufacturer | Model Series | Model Version | Year | Engine Size | Fuel Type | Body Type | BHP | Engine Code | Application Info |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VW Classic | Baja | Baja | 08/68 - 08/68 | 1,6 | Petrol | Closed Off-Road Vehicle | 50 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 08/69 - 08/69 | 1,2 | Petrol | Saloon | 34 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 08/70 - 08/70 | 1,3 | Petrol | Saloon | 39 | - | Construction Year from 197208 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 08/70 - 08/70 | 1,3 | Petrol | Convertible | 39 | - | Construction Year from 197208 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 08/70 - 08/70 | 1,3 | Petrol | Saloon | 44 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 08/70 - 08/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Convertible | 46 | - | Construction Year from 197208 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 07/71 - 07/71 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 48 | - | Construction Year from 197208 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1302 | 01/70 - 01/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 50 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | 1303 | 07/70 - 07/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Convertible | 50 | - | Construction Year from 197208 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | Type 1 std | 01/60 - 01/60 | 1,2 | Petrol | Saloon | 34 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | Type 1 std | 08/66 - 08/66 | 1,5 | Petrol | Saloon | 44 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | Type 1 std | 01/70 - 01/70 | 1,3 | Petrol | Saloon | 44 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Beetle Type 1 | Type 1 std | 07/70 - 07/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 50 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Buggy | Buggy | 08/63 - 08/63 | 1,6 | Petrol | Open Off-Road Vehicle | 50 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Karmann Ghia (T14/34) | Convertible | 07/64 - 07/64 | 1,3 | Petrol | Convertible | 39 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Karmann Ghia (T14/34) | Coupe | 07/70 - 07/70 | 1,3 | Petrol | Coupe | 44 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Karmann Ghia (T14/34) | Coupe | 07/71 - 07/71 | 1,6 | Petrol | Coupe | 48 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Karmann Ghia (T14/34) | Coupe | 01/70 - 01/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Coupe | 50 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | The Thing 181 | The Thing 181 | 08/70 - 08/70 | 1,6 | Petrol | Open Off-Road Vehicle | 44 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | The Thing 181 | The Thing 181 | 03/73 - 03/73 | 1,6 | Petrol | Open Off-Road Vehicle | 48 | - | -
|
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Hatchback (31) | 07/68 - 07/68 | 1,5 | Petrol | Hatchback | 45 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Hatchback (31) | 08/65 - 08/65 | 1,6 | Petrol | Hatchback | 54 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Saloon (31) | 04/61 - 04/61 | 1,5 | Petrol | Saloon | 45 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Saloon (31) | 07/64 - 07/64 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 50 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Saloon (31) | 08/65 - 08/65 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 54 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Saloon (31) | 08/65 - 08/65 | 1,6 | Petrol | Saloon | 54 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Variant (36) | 04/61 - 04/61 | 1,5 | Petrol | Estate | 45 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| VW Classic | Type 3 (1500/1600) | Variant (36) | 08/65 - 08/65 | 1,6 | Petrol | Estate | 54 | - | Construction Year from 197008 |
| Manufacturer | Ref. No. |
|---|---|
| VW | 113941531B |
| VW | 113941531E |
| VW | 311941531B |
| MEYLE | 1009410002 |
| VAG | 113941531B |
| VAG | 113941531E |
| VAG | 311941531B |
| JPGROUP | 8196100306 |
| EMPI | 989424B |
| EMPI | 98-9424-B |
FAQs
These have a 5mm thread for the knob.
