EMPI Complete Wiring Harness | VW Beetle Sedan 1962–1964 | German-Style Reproduction, LHD (98-9482-0)
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EMPI Complete Wiring Harness — VW Beetle Sedan 1962–1964 (98-9482-0)
EMPI 98-9482-0 is a complete reproduction wiring harness for the 1962–1964 VW Beetle sedan, left-hand drive. It is an all-new loom built to the German factory pattern with correct wire gauges, German color coding with tracer stripes, numbered branch wires and factory-style connectors, replacing VW 113-971-011-D. It works on the original 6-volt system or after a 12-volt conversion.
Part numbers: EMPI 98-9482-0 · 98-9482 · C13-98-9482 · VW 113 971 011 D / 113971011D / 113-971-011-D (WK-113-62-64) · UPC 707924537444
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1962–1964 | VW Beetle sedan | Left-hand drive; steel roof or sunroof |
| Does not fit | 1965 and later Beetle | Use 98-9484-0 for 1965, 98-9485-0 for 1966, 98-9486-0 for 1967 |
| Does not fit | 1962–1964 Beetle convertible | EMPI lists this as a sedan part |
| Does not fit | Right-hand-drive cars | RHD cars use a different loom |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | EMPI |
| Part number | 98-9482-0 (also listed as 98-9482, C13-98-9482) |
| UPC | 707924537444 |
| VW reference | 113-971-011-D / 113971011D (WK-113-62-64) |
| Years | 1962–1964 |
| Body | Beetle sedan, LHD |
| System voltage | 6V or 12V |
| Sold as | Complete kit |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | 5.35 lb |
What's Included
- Main harness, front harness section and dash wiring
- Individually packaged, numbered branch wires
- Factory-style connectors, terminal ends and grommets
- Correct wire gauge and German-spec color coding with tracer stripes
- Printed installation instructions
Not Included
- Fuse box
- Switches
- Bulb holders
- Battery cables
Why It Matters
Rewiring with a universal kit means inventing your own circuits and cutting your own lengths. A year-correct harness arrives with every branch already the right length, routed the way the factory routed it, and color-coded to match the wiring diagram in your Bentley or Haynes manual, so every connection is a push-on terminal at the component, not a butt splice in the middle of a run.
Installation Notes
Disconnect the battery ground first and leave it disconnected until the last connection is made.
Photograph the old harness in place before removing it — behind the dash, at the headlight buckets, at the tail lights and at every ground point.
Pull the old loom out as one piece and lay it next to the new one to confirm branch routing.
Clean every ground point back to bright metal — a new harness will not fix a rusty ground bracket.
Plan on replacing the fuse box and the battery-to-body ground strap while the interior is out, and budget a weekend with the seats and dash trim out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the 98-9482-0 harness fit my 1965 Beetle?
No. VW changed the harness in 1965. Use EMPI 98-9484-0 for 1965, 98-9485-0 for 1966 and 98-9486-0 for 1967.
Is the 1962-1964 Beetle harness for 6-volt or 12-volt cars?
Both. 1962–1964 Beetles left the factory 6-volt, and the same harness serves the car after a 12-volt conversion; the wire gauges are sized for the higher current of the 6-volt system.
Does it come with a fuse box?
No. The fuse box, switches and battery cables are sold separately.
Are the wires labeled?
Yes. Branch wires are individually packaged and numbered, and the colors and tracer stripes follow the factory German scheme so they match a period wiring diagram.
Will it work on a right-hand-drive car?
No. This is a left-hand-drive harness.
Can I use it on a 1962-1964 convertible?
EMPI lists it as a sedan harness. For a cabriolet, check the rear section routing against your car before ordering, or use a convertible-specific loom.
Related Parts
- EMPI Universal Wire Harness with Fuse Box (00-9466-0) — for buggies, rails and custom builds where a year-correct loom does not apply
- EMPI 14" Braided Copper Battery Ground Strap (00-9469-0) — replace the ground while the interior is out
- Electrical & Ignition — coils, switches, connectors and cables
⚠️ WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
