Standard Ignition CBS-1096 Headlight Dimmer Switch

Headlight Dimmer Switch for Chrysler and Mitsubishi

Standard Ignition CBS-1096 is a new headlight dimmer switch and combination switch assembly for select Chrysler, Dodge, and Mitsubishi vehicles. It combines lighting and turn signal control in a single lever design with a black plastic and rubber finish, 12-volt operation, and plug-in electrical connections.

• Part number CBS-1096 from Standard Ignition
• Combination switch with main light operator, latching high beam operator, momentary high beam flasher, and turn signal control
• Black plastic and rubber construction with indicator markings included
• Bolt-on attachment method with 2 female rectangular connectors
• 12-volt electrical design with 10 blade terminals
• New replacement part for select Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Avenger, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant, Mirage, Montero, and Montero Sport applications

Detailed Product Overview

Standard Ignition CBS-1096 is built as a multifunction headlight dimmer switch for vehicles that use a single lever control for exterior lighting and directional signaling. It includes lighting controls, turn signal control, and both high-beam flash and latch functions, making it a direct replacement for worn or failing switch assemblies in 1997-2000 Chrysler Sebring, 1997-2000 Dodge Avenger, and select 1997-1999 Mitsubishi models. The CBS-1096 part number is also cross-referenced in the same application with HL7065 and MR277924.

Compatible fitment includes Fits 1997-1999 Chrysler Sebring, N/A; Fits 1997-1999 Dodge Avenger, N/A; Fits 1997-1999 Mitsubishi Eclipse, N/A; Fits 1997-1998 Mitsubishi Galant, N/A; Fits 1997-1998 Mitsubishi Mirage, N/A; Fits 1997-1999 Mitsubishi Montero, N/A; and Fits 1997-1999 Mitsubishi Montero Sport, N/A. Additional listed applications include 1997 Chrysler Sebring without cruise control and 1998 Mitsubishi Montero Sport without rear wiper.

Common Problems This Switch Can Address

• Headlights that do not switch between low beam and high beam correctly
• Intermittent or inoperative turn signal operation
• High-beam flash function that does not respond at the lever
• Lighting controls that feel loose, worn, or inconsistent
• Failure of the original multifunction switch on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Mitsubishi vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

This switch uses a bolt-on attachment method and plug-in connectors with a female rectangular interface. Verify connector shape, terminal count, and vehicle equipment before installation, especially on applications with notes such as without cruise control, without rear wiper, or without headlight washer. Confirm the vehicle’s original switch layout matches the CBS-1096 configuration before replacement.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition supplies CBS-1096 as a new replacement electrical switch assembly for service use. The part is built with the listed connector, terminal, and control configurations to match the specified applications.