Door contact switch. Porsche 914 / 924 / 944 / 968  ›  96861360100

Door Contact Switch - 1 pin

The OE Match Door Contact Switch is a replacement electrical switch designed for Porsche 914, 924, 944 and 968 models.

Fits:

• Porsche 924 2.0L 1976-79
• Porsche 924 2.0L 1980-85
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1979-81
• Porsche 924 Turbo 2.0L 1982-84
• Porsche 924 Carrera GT 2.0L 1981
• Porsche 924 Carrera GTS 2.0L 1982
• Porsche 924S 2.5L 1986-87
• Porsche 924S 2.5L 1988
• Porsche 944 2.5L 8V 1982-87
• Porsche 944 2.7L 8V 1988-89
• Porsche 944S 2.5L 16V 1987-88
• Porsche 944S2 3.0L 16V 1989-91
• Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1985-88
• Porsche 944 Turbo 2.5L 8V 1989-91
• Porsche 944 Turbo S 2.5L 8V 1988
• Porsche 968 3.0L 1992-94
• Porsche 968 Sport 3.0L 1994-95
• Porsche 968 CS 3.0L 1993-95
• Porsche 968 Turbo S 3.0L 1993-94

Mounted in the door opening, this switch detects when the door is opened or closed, helping control the interior courtesy lighting and associated electrical functions where fitted.

Over time, the original switch can become worn, corroded or unreliable, causing interior lights to stop working or remain illuminated.

What Does It Do?

The door contact switch operates when the door opens or closes, completing or interrupting an electrical circuit.

It is primarily used to activate the interior courtesy light when a door is opened and switch it off when the door is closed.

Why Does It Fail?

Common causes of failure include:

• Corrosion on electrical contacts
• Dirt and moisture entering the switch
• Wear to the spring-loaded mechanism
• Damaged electrical connections
• Age-related deterioration

When Should It Be Replaced?

Replace the switch if you notice:

• Interior lights failing to illuminate when opening the door
• Courtesy lights remaining on with the door closed
• Intermittent interior lighting
• A sticking or damaged switch plunger
• Visible corrosion or damaged terminals

Checks & Diagnosis

Before replacement, inspect the switch connections and wiring. Check that the plunger moves freely and test electrical continuity as the switch is operated.

Installation Notes

Disconnect the electrical connection before removing the original switch. Inspect the wiring terminals for corrosion and ensure the replacement switch operates correctly when the door opens and closes.

Porsche Door Contact Switches & Interior Electrical Parts

Door contact switches are essential components of the interior lighting system fitted to many classic Porsche models.

OE Match door contact switch 96861360100 provides a replacement for compatible Porsche 914, 924, 944 and 968 vehicles, helping restore correct courtesy light operation.

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