Standard Ignition Headlight Switch P/N:DS-218

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MPN: DS-218
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Standard Ignition Headlight Switch P/N:DS-218
Standard Ignition Headlight Switch P/N:DS-218
$38.99

Put headlamp on/off control where the driver expects it with the Standard Ignition switch DS-218, a headlight switch for classic Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications, including the 1980-1986 Ford Mustang, 1980-1988 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird and 1987-1988 Ford LTD Crown Victoria.

  • Quality control from start to finish: Standard Ignition is a global manufacturer of original equipment ignition products and oversees production from componentry through to the finished product.
  • Copper alloy conductors: Designed for strong electrical conductivity with low resistive losses.
  • 100% tested: Each part is tested to verify both mechanical and electrical switching performance.
  • Robust design: Built with high grade materials and backed by decades of research and development focused on the technician's needs.

The headlight switch is the driver's control for turning the headlamps on and off. Signs this part may need replacing include headlights that won't turn on or off, lights that flicker or work only intermittently, and a switch that feels loose or binds. Diagnose the lighting circuit first. If the original switch is the cause, DS-218 replaces it.

Fitment: 1980-1982 Ford Courier, 1980-1983 Ford Fairmont, 1980-1982 Ford Granada, 1980-1986 Ford LTD, 1980-1986 Ford Mustang, 1980-1986 Mercury Capri, 1980-1988 Mercury Cougar, 1980-1988 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1980-1986 Mercury Marquis, 1980 Mercury Monarch, 1980-1983 Mercury Zephyr, 1981-1983 Ford Escort, 1981-1983 Mercury Lynx, 1982-1983 Ford EXP, 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, 1983-1984 Ford Thunderbird, 1987 Ford Country Squire, 1987-1988 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, 1987 Mercury Colony Park. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment.

Interchange: S449 · SW187 · HL6637 · E0AB11654DA · E0AZ11654D

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

S449, SW187, HL6637, E0AB11654DA, E0AZ11654D

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Standard Ignition DS-218 do?

It is a headlight switch. It is the driver-operated control that turns the headlamps on and off on the listed Ford and Mercury applications.

Is this the right Mustang switch for my car?

DS-218 is listed for the 1980-1986 Ford Mustang. Check your exact year in the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the match.

What are signs a headlight switch may be failing?

Signs include headlights that won't switch on or off, lights that flicker or work intermittently, and a switch that feels loose or binds. Other lighting faults can cause similar signs, so diagnose the circuit first.

How is DS-218 tested?

Standard Ignition states its parts are 100% tested to verify both mechanical and electrical switching performance.

Which part numbers does DS-218 interchange with?

It interchanges with S449, SW187, HL6637, E0AB11654DA and E0AZ11654D.