Let the door tell the interior light when to switch on with the Standard Ignition Door Jamb Switch DS-117, a front door jamb switch that opens and closes its electrical circuit as the door moves. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1953 Dodge Coronet, 1949-1953 Dodge Meadowbrook and 1949-1952 Dodge Wayfarer, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
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Signs this part may need replacing include an interior light that won't come on when the front door opens, a light that stays on with the door shut, or operation that comes and goes. Wiring, bulbs and fuses can cause the same symptoms, so diagnose the circuit before replacing the switch.
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What does a door jamb switch do?
It sits in the door jamb and opens or closes an electrical circuit as the front door opens and shuts, typically switching the interior courtesy light.
Is this a direct-fit Wayfarer switch for the 1949-1952 Dodge Wayfarer?
Yes. DS-117 is listed as a direct-fit front door jamb switch for the 1949-1952 Dodge Wayfarer, along with the 1953 Dodge Coronet and 1949-1953 Dodge Meadowbrook.
What are the switch's conductors made of?
It uses copper alloy conductors, designed for superior electrical conductivity with low resistive losses.
Is the DS-117 tested before it ships?
Yes. Standard Ignition tests 100% of its parts to verify both mechanical and electrical switching performance.
What are signs of a failing door jamb switch?
An interior light that won't turn on when the door opens, stays on when it's closed, or works intermittently. Wiring, bulbs and fuses can cause the same, so diagnose first.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
