MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Cosmetic/Interior Modifications => Topic started by: bad devotions on May 30, 2016, 09:29:35 pm

Title: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: bad devotions on May 30, 2016, 09:29:35 pm
hi all,

i am seeing a few chrome switches for windows and for the headlights around on ebay.

are they easy to fit?

as an example...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6Pcs-OEM-Chrome-Headlamp-Window-Switch-Kit-For-VW-Jetta-Golf-MK5-MK6-GTI-Tiguan-/281387107960?hash=item4183fa8678:g:Fs4AAOxyu1BTkJv4
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: 4ndy on May 30, 2016, 09:42:44 pm
Easy to fit. Get yourself some plastic trim tools.  You will need a fuel switch too.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: bad devotions on May 30, 2016, 10:23:40 pm
cheers dude. I'd rather get OEM stuff than the example provided that's shipped from china. Do they literally plug straight in? Can i order like MK6 gti ones (i am assuming mk6 ones are chrome tipped!)
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: LondonGT on May 30, 2016, 11:23:30 pm
I think the tipped ones are off scirocco or passats.

Will cost you a fair bit.

They plug straight in but the passenger door handles are a bitch to take off, and you need to remove the door card for the fuel switch.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Trow81 on June 01, 2016, 06:41:54 pm
Just purchased a set from aliexpress will be fitting this weekend also with fuel cap switch. I predict a lot of swearing


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Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: 4ndy on June 01, 2016, 07:32:02 pm
cheers dude. I'd rather get OEM stuff than the example provided that's shipped from china. Do they literally plug straight in? Can i order like MK6 gti ones (i am assuming mk6 ones are chrome tipped!)
Nothing wrong with made in China  My switches have been fitted for over 3 years without any problems Still work and the chrome is intact   Have a look on "boldsport"  When you see the dealer prices you may consider HK or China to be better after all :thinking:
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: The Red Warrior on June 09, 2016, 07:24:11 am
I think the tipped ones are off scirocco or passats.

Will cost you a fair bit.

They plug straight in but the passenger door handles are a bitch to take off, and you need to remove the door card for the fuel switch.

I managed to fit my fuel switch without removing the door card.
I was in my infancy with pulling my GTI to bits back then. Although possible, I don't recommend it. If I'd known how to do it as I do now, it would actually be faster removing the door card.

Mine are also eBay switches and are still looking like new after almost two years.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Simo on June 12, 2016, 07:31:32 pm
This thread has saved me from posting a new one. Can you get the chrome mirror switch with just the heated function (not with the power folding function). Or if you get the one with the power folding function will the heated function work as normal?
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: bad devotions on June 12, 2016, 10:11:24 pm
This thread has saved me from posting a new one. Can you get the chrome mirror switch with just the heated function (not with the power folding function). Or if you get the one with the power folding function will the heated function work as normal?

Hello mate; i bought this one: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/152006807454?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT which doesn't have the power mirror thingy (as my car doesn't ahve power mirrors). I can't tell if the heater function works or not but i assume that it does. for the sake of just over a fiver it's worth trying and when winter comes see what happens.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Bracey on July 17, 2016, 09:59:05 pm
I've just bought these. I'll let you know what they are like when they arrive. They claim to be OEM VW original so should fit perfectly. Didn't consider the power fold option on the wing mirror switch but can't hurt to have it if I ever decide to upgrade to folding mirrors!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162002880593
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Mitch H on July 21, 2016, 09:21:14 pm
I've just bought these. I'll let you know what they are like when they arrive. They claim to be OEM VW original so should fit perfectly. Didn't consider the power fold option on the wing mirror switch but can't hurt to have it if I ever decide to upgrade to folding mirrors!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162002880593

If they're any good I'll be ordered by a set!
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Bracey on July 27, 2016, 01:16:43 pm
I've just bought these. I'll let you know what they are like when they arrive. They claim to be OEM VW original so should fit perfectly. Didn't consider the power fold option on the wing mirror switch but can't hurt to have it if I ever decide to upgrade to folding mirrors!

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/162002880593

If they're any good I'll be ordered by a set!


Don't bother!! They are clearly not OEM and, to me they don't look right when installed. The bottom edge of the window logo is almost underneath the trim, which unless someone tells me otherwise isn't right. Serves me right for trying to be a cheapskate!!
(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fr575%2Frobert_bracewell%2FIMG_6126_zps6yzhuccu.jpg&hash=fd2c5db5d059b8b9e79d22b8a671b3cd97a1fbbd)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fr575%2Frobert_bracewell%2FIMG_6125_zps3rbovprg.jpg&hash=966e03ca81dba64cfba4d425c6bf78f0a150a916)

(https://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fdaz.co%2Fmedia%2Fr575%2Frobert_bracewell%2FIMG_6128_zpsdi9dsjzq.jpg&hash=1bcfd99758a32c0c8f5656b12d3b76cb7cfd4d13)
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Shoduchi on July 27, 2016, 05:35:09 pm
The switches sold by Bold Sport and some by Aliexpress have the window symbol in the right place. I got mine from Bold Sport and can't fault them.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Scottymon on July 27, 2016, 09:49:52 pm
Grabbed my full set off eBay a few years ago and they are aligned correctly, TBF though the above wouldn't bother me.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: andy7ven on July 31, 2016, 04:41:29 pm
I bought some off eBay and they were... rubbish!!!  :ashamed:

The plastic was a different shade of grey on the passenger switch to the drivers side, plus they didn't look quite right (the switch mechanism didn't feel right either), binned them and brought them from the dealers  :phew:
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: vwpete91 on December 11, 2016, 04:53:38 pm
Can you get chromed ones for a five door with only front two windows being electric? Back are wonders?


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Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: v4rley on December 11, 2016, 06:32:13 pm
Yes would be the 3dr fitment you needed  :happy2:
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: vwpete91 on December 15, 2016, 11:55:39 pm
I was looking for the same thing myself as can only see the 5 door electric option too, if anyone has a link to share for the 2 front electric windows only my rear are also winders it would be much appreciated  :)


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Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Christiank on January 27, 2017, 09:48:24 pm
Yeah also started with some I bought from ebay, that were crap.

Also my headlight switch didn't work problely with the light sensor on AUTO mode....


buy from you local dealer or check ahw teile out. I did buy my headlight switch, mirror switch and all windows switches from them as it were cheaper than my local price at the dealer.

Go for the genuine parts when upgrading! :D You'll be much happier in the end and enjoy the results much more knowing it's the real deal.
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: JGTTDI on February 24, 2017, 05:34:54 pm
So are all the chrome tipped switches on eBay poor quality?

Looking to order a set but just want to be sure they work and will look oem.

Thanks
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Shoduchi on February 24, 2017, 06:02:52 pm
You can order from Bold Sport. They're good quality. Other sellers you might be lucky or not...
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Christiank on March 03, 2017, 12:08:58 pm
I wouldn't bother buying replica ones..

The genuine one doesn't cost a whole lot more in the end..

Take look here :
http://shop.ahw-shop.de/vw-teile/golf-5-1k
Title: Re: chrome switches (window / lights)
Post by: Shoduchi on March 03, 2017, 12:50:12 pm
The prices from ahw-shop aren't cheap. Bold Sport and others sell genuine VW parts made in China. Can't fault them and are much cheaper.