Removal of headlight switch knob
 

I am fitting a new headlamp switch to the 1941 Super Deluxe and upon looking at the original unit cannot see how to remove the 'knob ' so I can remove the knurled nut and slip the switch out of the dash.

Does the whole knob and shaft come out of the switch housing as a unit?

I thought there may be a small Allen head set screw holding the knob onto the shaft.

Thanks
John

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

John, if your switch is like the one on my 47, there is a slot in the top of it. Stick a small screwdriver in it and turn the screwdriver 1/2 a turn to push the release forward and you should be able to turn the knob 1/2 a turn and pull it out.

Kevin

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NDAwWDQwMA...jig~~60_35.JPGHere's a photo of the bottom of the switch that shows the release I mentioned.

Kevin

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

Thanks Kevin - your advice was spot on!

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

Your welcome John. I just replaced mine so the procedure was still fresh in my mind!

Kevin

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

Kevin, I want to change my headlight switch. I could not see the slot you refer to from the picture. Thanks for not Moe

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

The slot is really an oval opening at the base of the L-shaped piece that spans from the top to base of the switch. From the opening, use a small blade screwdriver to compress the metal tab and rotate the keyed shaft for removal.

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

I just removed the headlight switch on my 51 ford- there is a spring loaded push button on the right hand side of the switch- push this in to remove the knob and shaft.

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

Believe it depends on the year.

Re: Removal of headlight switch knob
 

These were great instructions. You can feel the spring lock stop when you twist the screwdriver. Thanks guys.