Carling Rocker Switches - how to clean them>

[Don White]

Hi,

Does anyone have any suggestions on how to clean the internal contacts under the actuator cap?  I been thinking about removing the switch from the dash panel, unplugging it from the wiring harness and spraying it with a contact cleaner like CRC QD Contact Cleaner.

Thoughts?

Thanks. 

[Steve Huber Co-Admin]

Don,
Check the part#. If it is one listed here https://www.carlingtech.com/rocker-switches-sealed it is a sealed unit so cleaning is not an option. I've never run into a dirty one, but maybe I've been lucky. In any case, be careful when removing the cap as the side clips are fragile, especially when they get old.
Steve

[Scott Shearer]

Use this tool to remove the actuator rocker cover from the original switch, you can then install it on the replacement switch. Works well and helps prevent breakage. 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084DMQKBB?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2_dt_b_product_details

-Scott