Courtesy light switch

[Rod R.]

The courtesy lights on my 64 roadster will not shutoff. I found the driver side courtesy light switch needs to be adjusted out more (toward the door hinge). How is that done? I can see the switch nut and a 7/16 socket will fit it but there must be another nut on the hidden side. I cannot remember how it works. Any help is appreciated.

[Mike M.]

Re: Courtesy light switch

there is no nut on the back side of the switch. the metal in the door jamb is tapped . remove the switch and place a washer between the switch and the door jamb and hope the thickness of the flat washer is enough to close the switch. mike

[Rod R.]

Re: Courtesy light switch

Thanks Mike, I'll give it a try. Rod

[Richard M.]

Re: Courtesy light switch

If the Barrel is seized the washer may help.

It's a self adjusting design. If the barrel is too loose you can try squeezing it a bit to recreate the friction fit.

[Russ S.]

Re: Courtesy light switch

The proper way to fix it is to remove the switch and tap the barrel all the way out toward the door. If it is a loose fit then deform the barrel slightly so it becomes a tight fit again. Re install and close the door. It will auto adjust to the correct position.

[Rod R.]

Re: Courtesy light switch

Richard and Russ, thanks for the excellent diagram and explanation on the adjustment procedure. Now the challenge will be to remove, adjust, and install the switch. I did it years ago but cannot remember the process. I think the dash was out of the car then, which would made access easier. Thanks for your help guys.

[Rod R.]

Re: Courtesy light switch