About Our VW Beetle Electrical

At JBugs, we offer a huge selection of Volkswagen Beetle Electrical Parts. We have everything you need to keep your air-cooled VW powered up including switches, relays, fuses, exterior and interior lighting, replacement starters, generators, alternators, complete wiring kits, and much more!

The JBugs Technical Team has compiled useful data, tips, and tricks for installing VW Electrical Parts including wiring information for switches and relays and complete VW Beetle wiring diagrams.




VW Bug Battery Components

Our selection of battery components for your Volkswagen Beetle we includes cables, ground straps, wiring connectors, rust rug and terminal pads, and battery boxes.




VW Bug Fuses & Fuse Boxes

We carry OE style, 4 terminal fuse boxes that were used in VW Beetles. The fuse box is mounted in the trunk, behind the dash, and includes a snap on cover. We offer ceramic fuses in 8, 16, or 25 amps.




VW Bug Headlights, Tail Lights, Turn Signals

We offer a complete selection of Volkswagen Beetle Lighting parts including Tail Lights and Tail Light Assembly Parts, Turn Signal Parts, and aftermarket Headlight Parts such as LED Headlamps and Fog Lights.




VW Bug Light Bulbs & Holders

We have everything you need to keep your Classic VW lit up including replacement headlights, exterior lights, interior dome and dash lights, as well as a full line of bulb holders, socwets, wiring, and accessories.




VW Bug Switches, Flashers, Relays

Your Volkswagen Beetle's switches, flashers, and relays are the components that keep it powered. We carry a full selection of replacement parts including headlight, wiper, oil pressure, ignition, and brake light switches, fuel pump relays, knobs, and more.




VW Bug Windshield Wiper Parts

Our complete selection of Volkswagen Beetle Windshield Wiper Parts includes wiper arms, shafts, wiper blades, window washer nozzles, and installation hardware.

Your VW Beetle wiper blades should be replaced every 6 to 12 months. Old wiper blades will leave streaks or gaps of water on your windshield. A squeaking or chattering noise may also be a sign that your wiper blades need to be replaced.




VW Bug Wiring Harnesses

Our complete wiring loom will wire your entire car from headlights to tail lights. All kits are made from original wiring loom schematics and are factory color coded. Kits are factory length and pre-terminated. They include detailed installation instructions.

VW Bug Electrical Parts Tech Tips & Resources
Electrical Terminals Chart

Our complete list of electrical terminals, components, factory wire colors, and more in this easy-to-read chart.
VW Generator & VW Alternator Wiring Guide

All Volkswagens built in 1966 or earlier were originally made with a 6 Volt Generator. Many of those have since been converted to a 12 Volt Generator or an Alternator. We do offer 6 Volt Generators for the early Volkswagen Beetle, Karmann Ghia and Bus.
VW Starter Installation Video

If you are having problems with your starter only working occasionally or not working at all and have eliminated the possibility of the battery, ignition switch, battery cables and wiring being the cause it may be time to replace the starter. Our tech shows you how to remove and replace your starter in your VW.
VW Alternator Conversion Video

Big stereo systems and aftermarket fog lights can put a lot of load on the stock generator. Swapping over to an alternator is a great way to improve the electrical system of your VW. Higher amp outputs will ensure your battery is charged and your headlights aren't dimming out at night.
1954-1962 VW Beetle Headlight Diagram

There are 10 key parts in the headlight assembly for 1954-1962 Beetles. If you are repairing or replacing any piece of your headlight assembly, this interactive chart will be able to help! Note: Diagram is considered stock for this year vehicle.
1963-1966 VW Beetle Headlight Diagram

If you are repairing or replacing any piece of the headlight assembly in your 1963-1966 Beetle, this interactive chart will be able to help! Note: Diagram is considered stock for this year vehicle.
1967-1979 VW Beetle Headlight Diagram

This interactive chart is a huge help if you are replacing or repairing any part of the headlight assembly in your 1967-1979 Beetle! Note: Diagram is considered stock for this year vehicle.
VW Radio Installation

Our Custom Autosound Radios are designed for your VW dash board. Installation is Simple. Custom Autosound radios were engineered to fit in your stock VW dash with out drilling, cutting or making modifications to your dash.
Wiring: Emergency Flasher Switches & Relays

Our essential guide to the Reverse Light Switch and Emergency Flasher Switch of your classic VW.
Wiring Diagram: Flash Conversion

Our wiring guide for the W-1007 VW Flasher Relay Conversion Kit.
Wiring: Headlight Switches & Relays

We've made a handy visual chart of the headlight switches and dimmer relays available for your VW.
Wiring: Ignition Switches

Keep this page handy for an easy reference to the terminals on your ignition switches and electrical assemblies.
Wiring: Steering Wheel Horn

Of all of the electrical circuits in a VW Beetle, the horn (specifically the ground) circuit seems to give people the most trouble.
Wiring: Turn Signal Switches & Relays

We've put together diagrams of the 8 turn signal relays and switches for your VW.
Complete Wiring Diagrams: 1955-1972 VW Beetle

If you haven't overhauled your VW's wiring system, it is likely the Volkswagen's wires are aged, dried out, brittle and cracked. This is why we always recommend beginning your restoration project by overhauling your wiring.
VW Beetle Wiring Harness Spotlight Video

Proper functioning wiring harnesses are a key component to maintaining your VW Beetle's electrical system. Follow along as we highlight the key features of our wiring harnesses and everything the kit includes.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Video Part 1

Tackling a job like completely re-wiring your VW may seem like a daunting task but if you take it step by step and follow the instructions that are provided with our Wiring Works Wiring Harnesses, just about anyone can re-wire their VW in a matter of a few hours.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Video Part 2

Follow along as we walk you through how to install the rear light wiring and the transmission harnesses of the complete wiring harness kit for the 1968 and 1969 VW Beetles.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Part 3

With the main harness installed and all of the rear lights and wiring hooked up, we move to the front of the car. We will install the front left and right headlight harnesses and hook up the turn signals, horn and brake light switches.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Part 4

We're winding down our complete wiring install in our 1969 Beetle, follow along with us as we install the dome light harness and the dash wiring which will complete the installation of the harness.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Part 5

With all of our wiring now installed follow along as we test the electrical system to ensure all the electrical components are working properly and trouble shoot problems that arise.
1968-69 VW Beetle Wiring Harness Part 6

Getting the horn to operate can be tricky in VW Beetles. Follow along with us as we show you how to troubleshoot and fix the horn circuit on 1968 through 1970 Beetles.
1966 VW Beetle Wiring Harness

Wiring a VW Beetle may seem like a daunting task but with a little patience and some time, just about anyone can re-wire their own VW. Our tech is going to show you how to wire a 1966 Beetle in our next series so follow along and learn how simple it is!
VW Stereo Installation

Vintage cars especially almost seem to require a good sound system as there isn’t much better than going for a weekend cruise
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