Removal and installation switches (Skoda Felicia)

Note: Before performing any of the procedures, disconnect the negative battery cable (see note in Section General information and precautions).

Ignition Switch/Steering Column Lock

See Chapter Suspension and steering.

Combined steering column switches

The combination steering column switch consists of two separate units mounted on the vehicle's steering column.

A wiring harness has been removed from the switch assembly, ending in an 8-pin connector.

The turn signal switch is equipped with a mechanical return device, which ensures automatic disabling of the alarm when the steering wheel is returned to the straight-ahead position. An electrical wiring harness is brought out from the switch, ending in a 9-pin connector.

Removal and installation

1. Remove the steering wheel (see Chapter Suspension and steering).

2. On models without a driver airbag, remove the mounting screw and lower the lower column cover, releasing it from its clips. Remove the cover from the column.

3. On all models, remove the retaining screw, release the fasteners and remove the upper shroud assembly from the instrument panel/switch holder.









4. Now each switch can be removed from the holder individually after releasing the corresponding fastening clamps.



5. After releasing the switch from its holder, disconnect the electrical wiring from it.



6. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Check the reliability of the electrical connector and the correct position of the horn contacts. After making sure that everything is in order, install the covers in place.

Instrument panel push switches

1. Remove the instrument panel (see section Removal and installation the instrument panel).



2. Each switch assembly can be removed from the panel casing individually by releasing the corresponding fasteners.

3. When installing, make sure that the switch latches are securely locked. The installation procedure for the instrument panel is described in Section Removal and installation the instrument panel.

Switch for controlling the operation of the electric drive of the outside rear-view mirrors

1. Lift the inside door handle, then carefully pry up and remove the door trim panel.

2. Release the switch from the clips in the handle assembly and disconnect the electrical wiring from it.

3. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Assembly of switches for controlling the operation of window lifters/heated front seats

1. Being careful not to damage the console trim, use a small screwdriver to pry the switch assembly out of its housing.



2. Disconnect the electrical wiring and remove the assembly from the vehicle.

3. Installation is carried out in reverse order.

Interior light door switches

1. Open the door and remove the rubber protective cover from the switch assembly.



2. Release the clips and carefully pry the switch out of the door frame. Disconnect the wiring (see accompanying illustration). Tape the protruding piece of electrical wiring to the connector plug so that it does not accidentally fall inside the rack.

Note: If there is insufficient slack in the wiring to allow removal of the switch, remove the interior trim panels from the rack to gain access to the connector inside the trim panels.

3. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Make sure that the rubber protective cover is securely seated.

Luggage compartment light switch

1. Remove the tailgate lock assembly (see Chapter Body and interior trim).

2. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove the interior light switch from the lock assembly

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3. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Before installing the insulating film and interior trim panel on the door, make sure that the switch is functioning properly.

Brake Light Switch Sensor

See Chapter Brake system.

Parking brake lever switch sensor

1. On suitably equipped models, remove the centre console (see Chapter Body and interior trim).

2. On models without a center console, pry the decorative cover off the parking brake lever.





3. Unscrew the fastening screw and remove the decorative cover of the sensor-switch.



4. Remove the sensor switch from its socket and disconnect the electrical wiring from it.

5. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Before reinstalling the center console/lever cover, check the proper functioning of the sensor-switch.

Heater Fan Speed Selector Switch

1. Remove the heater/fan housing assembly (see Chapter Cooling and heating systems).



2. Disconnect the electrical wiring from the switch assembly.





3. Remembering the installation position of all components (the cable ends are color coded), using pliers, release the clamps and disconnect the drive cables from the fan motor base and the heater control switch panel.

4. Release the backlight reflector from the front of the control switch panel.

5. Release the fasteners and remove the fan speed selector switch assembly from the panel.


6. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. The installation procedure for the heater/fan housing assembly is described in Chapter Cooling and heating systems.