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Title: Carling Rocker Switches - how to clean them>
Post by: Don White on February 10, 2023, 05:39:24 PM

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. 

Title: Re: Carling Rocker Switches - how to clean them>
Post by: Steve Huber on February 10, 2023, 05:52:17 PM

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

Title: Re: Carling Rocker Switches - how to clean them>
Post by: Scott Shearer on February 10, 2023, 06:43:08 PM

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