Standard Ignition CBS-1423 Headlight Dimmer Switch

Headlight Dimmer Switch for GM Vehicles

Standard Ignition CBS-1423 is a combination switch built for dependable lighting and wiper control in select GM applications. It uses copper alloy conductors for strong electrical conductivity and is 100% tested for mechanical and electrical switching performance.

• Bolt-on attachment method for direct replacement service
• 3 rectangular female connector with 16 blade terminals
• 12-volt electrical design
• Combination switch functions with turn signal control included
• Latching high beam operator and momentary high beam flasher included
• Windshield washer spray, windshield wiper delay, and windshield wiper speed settings included
• 5 wiper delay settings and 3 wiper speed settings
• Indicator markings included and displayed

Detailed Product Overview

This Standard Ignition headlight dimmer switch is engineered for vehicles that rely on a single multifunction control for lighting, signaling, and wiper operation. The CBS-1423 part number is listed for applications such as Buick Lucerne, Cadillac DTS, Buick Allure, Buick LaCrosse, Chevrolet Uplander, Pontiac Montana, Buick Terraza, and Saturn Relay, with fitment notes where equipped without a heated windshield washer or rear wiper.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 1S8338, 53-16871) for the same application.

What This Switch Helps Address

• Intermittent or failed headlight dimmer operation
• Inoperative turn signal or directional indicator control
• Loss of high beam flash or latch function
• Unresponsive windshield washer spray or wiper delay settings
• Worn multifunction switch contacts causing inconsistent electrical switching

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 2005-2009 Buick Allure, N/A; 2005-2009 Buick LaCrosse, N/A; 2006-2010 Buick Lucerne, N/A w/o Heated Windshield Washer; 2011 Buick Lucerne, N/A; 2005-2007 Buick Terraza, N/A w/o Rear Wiper; 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, N/A w/o Heated Windshield Washer; 2011 Cadillac DTS, N/A; 2005-2009 Chevrolet Uplander, N/A w/o Rear Wiper; 2005-2009 Pontiac Montana, N/A w/o Rear Wiper; 2005-2007 Saturn Relay, N/A w/o Rear Wiper.

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and vehicle equipment before installation. This bolt-on switch is a direct electrical replacement for the listed applications and should be matched to the original configuration, including rear wiper and heated windshield washer equipment where noted.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition builds this switch with robust materials and copper alloy conductors to support stable electrical performance. Each CBS-1423 unit is tested for both mechanical action and electrical switching function before release.