Technical Panda tailgate microswitch
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Technical Panda tailgate microswitch
I have just done this! The switch failed and I spent a fruitless two days trying to source the original switch. I work in electronics so have access to many sources but have been unable to find the original. It is made by Cherry but I suspect it is a custom uswitch supplied direct to Fiat and others. In the end I bought a complete rear handle from a breakers on eBay and swapped the inner section containing the switch and number plate lights to my outer panel. Cost me £95 but the problem is now sorted and probably much cheaper than a new handle from Fiat.
I did look at trying to fit a different switch into the panel but the original is very small and I couldn’t find anything suitable. I wanted it sorted so went for the secondhand option in the end.
I did look at trying to fit a different switch into the panel but the original is very small and I couldn’t find anything suitable. I wanted it sorted so went for the secondhand option in the end.
I don't know if your pandas have the same handle type as my 2006 panda, but many years ago, I wedged in a standard mains microswitch, with a short stainless steel lever. the little lever protrudes, and it has already lasted longer than the original. I just have to make sure that at the MOT, my garage is aware that they need to find that little lever if they wish to access the boot.
Owned from new, 205,000miles.
ZaphodB
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Got a pic ?
Thanks for this. My next step is to (temporarily) replace the switch with a make/break micro switch of any design on a length of flex to prove that it is the switch is faulty and not a wiring loom fault. Assuming the switch is faulty then work out a way of replacing it!
This is the switch I need to replace.
ZaphodB
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Can't 100% tell from your pic the height of the plunger.
and I don't have the dimensions
But try this: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003884069414.html?
Maybe be able to adapt it to fit.... otherwise search for "waterproof microswitch" and sift through the google images presented
and I don't have the dimensions
But try this: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005003884069414.html?
Maybe be able to adapt it to fit.... otherwise search for "waterproof microswitch" and sift through the google images presented
Thank you for this, going to check my switch dimensions now
Sorry to jump the thread, but need some advice, have a 2013 Panda. To open the tailgate you have to use the key as it isn’t equipped with an exterior handle, and is non electric. Has anyone fitted a lock assembly with handle so I could open without having to take key with me when it is locked. Appreciate any help you could give me
That's a big topic and question, maybe best to post as a separate thread?
