Standard Ignition DS-950 Headlight Switch

Headlight Switch for Dodge Ram and Dakota

Restore reliable exterior lighting control with this Standard Ignition headlight switch, part number DS-950. It is built with a direct, snap-fit attachment style and a black plastic finish for a clean OE-style replacement in select Dodge Ram and Dakota applications.

Compatible with 1999-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500, plus 1999-2000 Dodge Dakota models with cargo light and without fog lights, this switch is a practical choice for drivers addressing worn or inconsistent dash lighting controls. Standard Ignition DS-950 is also a direct replacement for common cross-reference numbers used in the same application.

Key Features

• Headlight switch with combination switch function
• Direct, snap-fit attachment method for OE-style installation
• Black plastic housing with rectangular female connectors
• 12-volt electrical design
• 16 blade terminals with male terminal gender
• 3 switch positions for lighting control
• Copper alloy conductors for strong electrical conductivity and reduced resistance
• 100% tested for mechanical and electrical switching performance

Detailed Description

Standard Ignition DS-950 is a replacement headlight switch engineered for dependable electrical switching in select Dodge trucks and Dakota models. The unit uses copper alloy conductors to support stable current flow, while the robust construction and direct-fit design help maintain proper dash switch operation. This part number DS-950 is built for 12-volt systems and features two rectangular female connectors, making it a straightforward OE-style service part for lighting control repair.

This part cross-references 1S1821 and HL6314 for the same application. It is a practical replacement for Dodge Ram and Dodge Dakota vehicles that use the specified cargo light and no-fog-light configuration.

What It Helps Fix

• Headlights that do not switch on or off correctly
• Intermittent lighting control at the dash switch
• Worn internal contacts causing unreliable operation
• Electrical resistance issues from aging switch components
• Broken or degraded factory headlight switch assemblies

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify connector style, terminal count, and vehicle configuration before installation. This switch is listed for 1999-2001 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram 2500, and Ram 3500 models, plus 1999-2000 Dodge Dakota applications with cargo light and without fog lights. Confirm the existing switch matches the 3-position layout and 12-volt electrical specification before replacing the original unit.

• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 2000 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; Cargo Light
• Fits 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 2000 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; Cargo Light
• Fits 2001 Dodge Ram 2500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 1999 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 2000 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; Cargo Light
• Fits 2001 Dodge Ram 3500, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light
• Fits 1999-2000 Dodge Dakota, N/A, w/o Fog Lights; w/ Cargo Light

Quality Assurance

Standard Ignition states that this switch is 100% tested to verify both mechanical and electrical switching performance. The part is built with durable materials and copper alloy conductors to support consistent service in demanding automotive electrical applications.