Air Cooled VW 1967-1979 Headlight Dimmer Relay 5 Prong 12V 25/25A 111941583

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Item ID: 384-428

VW reference #: 111-941-583

Availability: In Stock - Ships today if ordered by 3 PM CT

Fits Years:

Beetle, Standard 1967-1977
Beetle, Super 1971-1979
Bus 1968-1979
Karmann Ghia 1967-1974
Thing 1973-1974
Type 3 1962-1973

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1967-1979 Headlight Dimmer Relay 5 Prong 12V 25/25A 111941583 - OEM Number(s) (111-941-583)

Restore reliable headlight function with a factory-correct 5-prong headlight dimmer relay.

This 1967–1979 Volkswagen Headlight Dimmer Relay (VW reference #111941583) is essential for safe night driving. When your original relay fails, headlights may flicker, fail to switch between high and low beams, or stop working entirely. This replacement 5-prong, 12-volt, 25/25A relay restores proper headlight performance, ensuring dependable operation every time you drive your classic VW.

Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
    • Beetle, Standard 1967–1977
    • Beetle, Super 1971–1979
    • Bus 1968–1979
    • Karmann Ghia 1967–1974
    • Thing 1973–1974
    • Type 3 1962–1973

Material/Finish
• Heavy-duty plastic housing with brass terminals
• Built to OE replacement quality

Dimensions
• 1.3 in. x 1.5 in. x 1.4 in. (33 mm x 35 mm x 31 mm)

Features/Benefits
    • VW reference part number 111941583
    • 5-prong relay, 12V, 25/25A rating
    • Designed for alternator-equipped VWs
    • Direct replacement for factory relay
    • Ensures dependable switching between high/low beams
    • Sold individually, 1 required per Volkswagen

Tech Note: If replacing a 4-blade relay with a 5-blade relay, connect the white wire that was on terminal F to both terminals 30 and 56 on the new relay.
    • Terminal Designations:
        – 56: Power from Headlight Switch (White w/ Black Stripe)
        – 56a: Power to High Beam Terminal on Fuse Box (White)
        – 56b or F: Power to Low Beam Terminal on Fuse Box (Yellow)
        – 30: Power from 56 terminal (Red)
        – S: Momentary Ground from Turn Signal Switch (Brown w/ White Stripe)
    • The relay must have power to terminal 30 to operate. If no power wire exists, run a jumper from terminal 56 to terminal 30.

Because Details Matter
Driving your air-cooled Volkswagen at night demands confidence in your headlights. A failed relay leaves you in the dark, while a new, OE-correct replacement restores the crisp click and reliable beam switching your VW had from the factory. Keeping your classic safe and functional is all about the small parts—because details matter.