Bonnet open switch

david75 · 9th May 2016, 20:57

When I go at about 70, and depending which way the wind is blowing, my door open light on the dashboard comes on intermittently. Bonnet is shut properly so I assume it is fast moving air reducing the air pressure on the bonnet causing it to lift a tiny fraction.

I've tried pressing and wiggling the switch manually a few times and when I've done that the problem seems to go away but then returns after a few days. So I assume it is dirty or worn contacts in the switch

Is it easy to remove the switch completely so I can give it a good clean, and/are new ones available?

Thanks.

Greeners · 9th May 2016, 21:36

Try adjusting the bonnet catches slightly, or put a little pad on the bonnet where the plunger of the switch touches

HarryM1BYT · 9th May 2016, 21:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greeners

Try adjusting the bonnet catches slightly, or put a little pad on the bonnet where the plunger of the switch touches

A 1p coin blue-tacked to the underside of the bonnet should be enough.

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9th May 2016, 21:36	#2
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