Standard Ignition DS-1247 Headlight Dimmer Switch

Headlight Dimmer Switch for Lincoln Continental and Mark VII/VIII

Restore reliable lighting control with this Standard Ignition headlight dimmer switch, part number DS-1247. It is built with copper alloy conductors for strong electrical conductivity and low resistive loss, and each unit is fully tested for mechanical and electrical switching performance.

Compatible with select Lincoln Continental, Mark VII, and Mark VIII applications, this combination switch supports headlight dimming, turn signal control, windshield washer spray, and windshield wiper delay and speed functions where equipped.

Key Features

• Standard Ignition DS-1247 headlight dimmer switch
• Bolt-on attachment method
• 2 rectangular female connectors with 18 blade terminals
• 12-volt electrical system application
• Combination switch function with indicator markings included
• Latching high beam operator and momentary high beam flasher included
• Turn signal control included
• Windshield washer spray included
• Windshield wiper delay setting and wiper speed setting included
• 7 wiper delay settings and 3 wiper speed settings
• New replacement part

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition DS-1247 is a replacement headlight dimmer switch engineered for vehicles that use an integrated combination switch at the steering column. The design uses high-grade materials and copper alloy conductors to maintain consistent electrical flow, while the switch is tested to verify both switching action and electrical performance. This makes it a practical choice for Lincoln Continental and Lincoln Mark VII/Mark VIII models equipped with the listed factory features, including automatic headlights on applicable vehicles.

This part cross-references Standard Ignition S3218 for the same application. It is also listed with fitment for 1991-1997 Lincoln Continental, 1994 Lincoln Mark VIII, and 1991-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, including Continental models with auto dimmer or automatic headlights where noted. Searchers looking for a Lincoln Continental headlight dimmer switch DS-1247 or a Lincoln Mark VII automatic headlight switch will find this part number relevant.

What It Helps Fix

• Intermittent or failed high beam switching
• Inoperative momentary flash-to-pass function
• Turn signal control issues at the column switch
• Windshield wiper delay or speed selection problems
• Washer spray activation problems from the combination switch

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector shape, terminal count, and switch functions against the original part before installation. This unit uses a bolt-on attachment method and female connectors with blade terminals, so matching the factory harness and column configuration is important. Confirm whether the vehicle is equipped with automatic headlights or auto dimmer features before ordering for a Lincoln Continental, Mark VII, or Mark VIII.

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition builds this switch with durable materials and tests each unit for mechanical and electrical operation before release. The result is a replacement headlight dimmer switch intended to meet the demands of professional service work on 1991-1997 Lincoln Continental and related Lincoln applications.