JP Group Turn Signal Switch with Harness, Black | VW Bus 1972–1974 | OE 211 953 513 J (JP-8616-0)
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JP Group Turn Signal Switch with Harness, Black | VW Bus 1972–1974 | OE 211 953 513 J (JP-8616-0)
Short answer: The JP Group JP-8616-0 is the black turn signal (indicator) column switch with its wiring harness for the 1972–1974 VW Bay Window Bus and Pickup. It also carries the high-beam and headlight flasher functions. It replaces VW OE 211 953 513 J (JP Group ref. 8196201800). New, sold each.
Fitment
| Years | Vehicle | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1972–1974 | VW Bus / Type 2 Bay Window, incl. Westfalia | Per EMPI |
| 1972–1974 | VW Bus Single Cab & Double Cab Pickup | Per EMPI |
| 1968–1971 | Early Bay Window Bus — not confirmed | Earlier switch uses a different housing and plug |
| 1975–1979 | Late Bay Window Bus — not confirmed | Late switch differs; compare your old switch |
| Any | Beetle, Ghia, Type 3 — does not fit | Different column |
Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part number | JP-8616-0 |
| OE reference | 211 953 513 J |
| JP Group reference | 8196201800 |
| UPC | 707924529517 |
| Color | Black |
| Includes | Switch with wiring harness |
| Sold as | Each |
| Brand | JP Group (Denmark), distributed in the US by EMPI |
| Condition | New |
| Shipping weight | 1.5 lb (estimate) |
| Package size | 10 x 6 x 3 in (estimate) |
What's Included
- One black turn signal switch with wiring harness, as pictured.
Not Included
- Wiper / washer switch (right stalk)
- Steering wheel, horn ring or column cover
- Flasher relay
Why It Matters
The turn signal switch on a 1972–1974 Bus does a lot of work: left and right signals, self-cancelling, high beam and headlight flash. After decades of use the cancelling cam breaks, the contacts burn and the harness gets brittle. Common signs are signals that will not cancel, one side that will not flash, a dead high beam or a stalk that flops.
This part is hard to find new. Mid America lists 211 953 513 J at $245.99 and shows it out of stock. A switch with a fresh harness avoids splicing old, brittle wires and gives you working signals, which you need to be legal on the road.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect the battery first.
- Remove the steering wheel and column covers. Note how the cancelling cam lines up with the wheel hub.
- Unplug the old harness at the column connector and route the new harness the same way.
- Check that the signals cancel in both directions with the wheel fitted and centered.
- Test signals, high beam and flash-to-pass before you refit the trim.
- We do not publish torque values here; use the factory workshop manual (Bentley) for your vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the JP-8616-0 fit my 1973 Bus?
Yes. EMPI lists it for the 1972–1974 Bus and Pickup.
Does it fit a 1971 or a 1975 Bus?
It is not confirmed. VW changed the switch around those years. Compare your old switch and plug before ordering.
Is this the same as VW 211 953 513 J?
It is the JP Group replacement listed against OE 211 953 513 J. JP reference 8196201800.
Does it come with the wiring?
Yes. It is supplied with its wiring harness.
Does it include the wiper switch?
No. For the 1974–1979 wiper and washer switch see JP-8615-0.
Is it new or rebuilt?
New, made for JP Group of Denmark and sold in the US through EMPI.
What else do I need?
Usually nothing. If the signals flash too fast or too slow, test the flasher relay and bulbs.
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