We carry several windshield wiper switches for all VW models. Save this page as a handy reference to identify the terminals on each switch, plus convenient tips on installation and repair.

Terminal Identification for VW Windshield Wiper Switches.

141955517 Windshield Wiper Switch, Two Speed:

VW Bug 1961-67
VW Ghia 1961-67
VW Type 3 1967
VW Type 2 68-72

The two speed wiper switch can be used on any 1 speed motor. Use the information below to assist with the wiring. Replacement Wiper Switch Terminal Definitions:

30 - POWER FROM FUSE BOX
31 - CHASSIS GROUND
31B - SWITCHED GROUND TO WIPER SWITCH
53A - PARK POSISTION (54 on early model wiper motors/switches)
53 - SPEED 1 (54D on early model wiper motors/switches)
53B - SPEED 2

Some wiper switches or motors may have only 2 or 3 terminals. Wire up your original motor to the terminals or their cross over number listed above.
141955517 Windshield Wiper Switch, Two Speed.
141955517 Windshield Wiper Switch, Two Speed.

VW Factory Color Coding:


141955517A Windshield Wiper Switch:

VW Bug/Super 1968-71
VW Ghia 1968-71
VW Bus 1968-72
VW Type 3 1968-71

Use the information below to assist with the wiring of the Wiper Switch. Replacement Wiper Switch Terminal Definitions:

30 - POWER FROM FUSE BOX
31 - CHASSIS GROUND
31B - SWITCHED GROUND TO WIPER SWITCH
53A - PARK POSISTION (54 on early model wiper motors/switches)
53 - SPEED 1 (54D on early model wiper motors/switches)
53B - SPEED 2

Some wiper switches or motors may have only 2 or 3 terminals. Wire up your original motor to the terminals or their cross over number listed above.
141955517A Windshield Wiper Switch.
141955517A Windshield Wiper Switch.

VW Factory Color Coding:


111953519H Windshield Wiper Switch:

VW Beetle 1972-74
VW Ghia 1972-1974
VW Type 3 1972-73
VW Thing 1973-1974
Installing the turn signal switch is pretty easy. It is modular and clips into the Turn Signal Switch. The wiring runs down the steering column and plugs into the Wiper Switch Harness "pigtail".
VW Wiper Motor & Switch Terminal Definitions:

30 - POWER FROM FUSE BOX
31 - CHASSIS GROUND
31B - SWITCHED GROUND TO WIPER SWITCH
53A - PARK POSISTION (54 on early model wiper motors/switches)
53 - SPEED 1 (54D on early model wiper motors/switches)
53B - SPEED 2
53E - Wiper Brake Winding (only used on late model switches and motors)
Some wiper switches or motors may have only 2 or 3 terminals. Wire up your original motor to the terminals or their cross over number listed above.
111953519H Windshield Wiper Switch.
111953519G Windshield Wiper Switch.

VW Factory Color Coding:
Black - Terminal 53
Black/White - 53a
Black/Yellow - 53b
Green - 53e


111953519G Windshield Wiper Switch:

VW Bug Late 1974-79
VW Super Beetle Late 1974-79
VW Ghia Late 1974
VW Thing (From Chassis #1842356316)
Installing the turn signal switch is pretty easy. It is modular and clips into the Turn Signal Switch. The wiring runs down the steering column and plugs into the Wiper Switch Harness "pigtail".
VW Wiper Motor & Switch Terminal Definitions:

30 - POWER FROM FUSE BOX
31 - CHASSIS GROUND
31B - SWITCHED GROUND TO WIPER SWITCH
53A - PARK POSISTION (54 on early model wiper motors/switches)
53 - SPEED 1 (54D on early model wiper motors/switches)
53B - SPEED 2
53E - Wiper Brake Winding (only used on late model switches and motors)
Some wiper switches or motors may have only 2 or 3 terminals. Wire up your original motor to the terminals or their cross over number listed above.
111953519G Windshield Wiper Switch.
111953519G Windshield Wiper Switch.

VW Factory Color Coding:
Black - Terminal 53
Black/White - 53a
Black/Yellow - 53b
Green - 53e