OVERVIEW
Restore the assigned mechanical contact-switch function
Genuine VW/Audi 1J0-947-561-C operates the glove box lighting circuit at the assigned lid contact point in the listed glove compartment applications. The lid acts on its plunger to change the switch state as the compartment opens and closes. The same factory number also serves as the mechanical parking-brake lever warning-lamp switch on the listed New Beetle application. Match the installation role in the fitment table.
The compact housing mounts in the original location and connects to the matching vehicle wiring. Accurate mounting and lid contact are essential for consistent light operation.
Technical details
- Complete factory number: 1J0-947-561-C.
- Factory specification: factory mechanical plunger switch, number 1J0-947-561-C.
- Design: compact black switch housing with an exposed contact plunger and electrical connection.
- Quantity supplied: one individual glove box light switch; lamp, bulb, wiring and glove box assembly are separate.
This part number is used for more than one switching function across the VW/Audi range. The applications below distinguish glove box lighting and parking-brake lever warning-lamp use; match the original location and connector rather than assuming every use of the number is a glove box application.
Common reasons to replace
- The plunger sticks, binds or no longer follows the lid movement.
- The switch housing or mounting feature is cracked.
- Electrical testing confirms unreliable switch continuity at the assigned operating positions.
Check the bulb or lamp unit, fuse, wiring and lid alignment before replacing the switch. A light that remains on may result from poor lid contact, while a light that never comes on can have a separate circuit fault. At the parking-brake lever, inspect the lever contact and wiring and test switch continuity. A brake warning lamp can also indicate a separate brake-system problem; do not attribute it to this switch without diagnosis.
Vehicle fitment
The table identifies the application and switch function covered here. Confirm the complete original part number, connector and operating position.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi TT | 2008–2009 | 2.0L turbo / 3.2L V6 gasoline | Coupe / Roadster, FWD / quattro where equipped | Glove box light switch position using 1J0-947-561-C; match original connector and mounting. |
| Audi TT | 2010–2015 | 2.0L turbo gasoline | Coupe / Roadster, quattro | Glove box light switch position using 1J0-947-561-C; match original connector and mounting. |
| Volkswagen Eos | 2010 | 2.0L turbo gasoline | Convertible; FWD | Glove compartment lid-contact switch position; match original full number, plunger and connector. |
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 | 2.5L gasoline | Hatchback / Convertible; FWD | Mechanical parking-brake lever warning-lamp switch; not the service-brake pedal switch or an electric parking-brake actuator. |
Installation guidance
Follow the interior trim and electrical service procedure for the vehicle. Remove the switch without damaging its mounting, connect the wiring securely and seat the replacement so the lid contacts the plunger correctly.
For glove compartment use, open and close the lid to verify reliable lighting and confirm the lamp turns off when fully closed. For parking-brake lever use, follow the lever service procedure and verify the warning signal changes correctly as the lever is applied and released; confirm normal brake operation separately.
Ordering information
Supplied as one individual Genuine VW/Audi 1J0-947-561-C switch. The surrounding trim and lighting assembly are not included.