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Headlights will not work when interior lights are on V70-XC70 1998

This is for my brothers 98 V70 non turbo. He was driving last night and said he can either have his headlights on and no instrument lights or instrument lights on and no headlights. He said he can hold in the switch and both will work. Is this just a bad switch? How much will this cost? Thanks for your help.








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Headlights will not work when interior lights are on V70-XC70 1998

My headlight switch (and headlight wire harnesses) were changed a few years ago during a safety recall. You may want to check with your dealer to see if your car has any outstanding recalls. Might get it fixed for no cost.
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Scott - '98 V70 T5M








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Headlights will not work when interior lights are on V70-XC70 1998

Headlight switches are a known weakness on that series S70 / V70. Others have reported buying a new one for $50 - $75.








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Headlights will not work when interior lights are on V70-XC70 1998

Yep, it's the headlight switch...way easy to replace...I think it was a service bulletin instead of a recall though...meaning you pay, but it's a cheap part...







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