katana Posted April 29, 2019 Report Share Posted April 29, 2019 Hi All, I was going through the wiring & switches for my Mk2 RS and whilst the rear screen and fog light have 'on' illumination the Hazard switch doesn't appear to have any. Checked the part number and it checks out - seems odd to me but I guess two flashing indicator warning lights gives it away - just thought it odd? If anyone knows of an illuminated switch that would fit, give me a shout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana Posted May 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 On 29/04/2019 at 15:31, katana said: Hi All, I was going through the wiring & switches for my Mk2 RS and whilst the rear screen and fog light have 'on' illumination the Hazard switch doesn't appear to have any. Checked the part number and it checks out - seems odd to me but I guess two flashing indicator warning lights gives it away - just thought it odd? If anyone knows of an illuminated switch that would fit, give me a shout. Anyone got a view on this as i'm about to start re-assembling my dash and the std non - illuminating switch just looks so wrong? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vista Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 I'm not clear what you're asking. Is it whether it should illuminate? Or how to make it illuminate? For the record, mine does illuminate in a standard mk2 switch so they are out there as an option. You could try this transit one, the triangle is a different orientation but I bet the plug connections are the same. https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-TRANSIT-MK2-HAZARD-WARNING-SWITCH-NOS-GENUINE-FORD/283438429874?hash=item41fe3f36b2:g:uMcAAOSwSxVcUbPA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Ford Cortina MK4 & MK5, the switch number needs to start 74BG, the whole switch number is -: 74BG 13A 350 AA I have no new spare one's to sell, but I may have a good used one if your not able to find one on Ebay etc-etc, you will need to make sure the switch has got it's removable lamp holder with it. Regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
colr6 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Just had a look on my sport and that’s a non illuminated switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 The Escort came from the factory with non illuminated switches, switch id is 75AB, but most got changed to Cortina items over the years, I have bought 2 new Cortina hazard switches when they were £4.32 each, but will fit them to my own Escorts, they are £35+ now when they come up. Late Cortina MK3 used the same illuminated switch in the run out models before MK4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Not sure if you can see the part numbers on the bottom of the switch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 333157391354 Above Ebay number is the switch you need complete with the lamp holder. Regards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rally Pack 2000 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Actually all the switches come in both illuminated and non illuminated form (with one exception that I haven't seen yet). Dash dimmer, hazard, driving light all come in both illuminated and non-illuminated versions, the only switch I have never seen in person is the rear demister in non illuminated form. I have examples of all seven switches I will post a picture one day. In the case of the illuminated hazard switch you see it in early Mk2 Ghias here but it was replaced by a non illuminated one in all later cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana Posted May 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 6 hours ago, caprimk1v4 said: 333157391354 Above Ebay number is the switch you need complete with the lamp holder. Bugger - missed that one and I ain't adding 100% on top of a reasonable price 'just cos its an 'RS' part' I think i'll persevere with the non illuminated one ! @scott The switch I have has the hole for a bulb but has no inbuilt earth for it to work - Illuminated switches obviously must have a separate / additional contact for earthing - that was the basis of the query which now seems well answered. Thank you all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vista Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 11 minutes ago, katana said: Bugger - missed that one and I ain't adding 100% on top of a reasonable price 'just cos its an 'RS' part' I think i'll persevere with the non illuminated one ! @scott The switch I have has the hole for a bulb but has no inbuilt earth for it to work - Illuminated switches obviously must have a separate / additional contact for earthing - that was the basis of the query which now seems well answered. Thank you all. How about the transit one I linked to? The connection pattern looks the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana Posted May 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 Yes the pin pattern is identical to a non illuminated one I have - the std loom plug even has a wire to the bulb pin even though it doesn't work ! I guess that was Ford mentality one loom but two different switches LOL! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 Hi Ian, If your not in a rush (say next week to 10 days), I will have found which box has my spare switches in and I know I have the correct "Illuminated" hazard switch with the correct "Symbol Orientation" on. If you still have the alternator bracket for the "RS", we can have a deal on that (Not a straight swap, the bracket is worth more than the switch), if that is any good for you. Ta. Al. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 22, 2019 Report Share Posted May 22, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caprimk1v4 Posted May 22, 2019 Report Share Posted May 22, 2019 Hi Katana, Found your switch, I will send the cleanest of the 3 I have, have tested bulb and switch in my car and is working (well it was before it was posted). Cheers. Al. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katana Posted May 22, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 22, 2019 4 hours ago, caprimk1v4 said: Hi Katana, Found your switch, I will send the cleanest of the 3 I have, have tested bulb and switch in my car and is working (well it was before it was posted). Cheers. Al. Moochas Grassy A**e Mate! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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