The average cost for a Volvo 240 Heated Glass Element Switch Replacement is between $71 - $131. Get an instant quote with our AI repair estimator.
A heated glass element switch is a component in a vehicle's electrical system that controls the operation of the heated glass elements, typically found in rear windshields and sometimes side mirrors. These elements help defrost or defog the glass surfaces by generating heat when activated. The switch is usually located on the dashboard or the center console, allowing the driver easy access to turn the heating elements on or off as needed. The heated glass element switch is crucial in maintaining clear visibility in cold or humid conditions by preventing frost or moisture buildup on the glass surfaces.
When a heated glass element switch becomes faulty, several symptoms may indicate the issue:
While a faulty heated glass element switch might not seem like an immediate threat, it can significantly impact driving safety during cold or humid conditions. Limited visibility due to fogged or frosted rear windows and mirrors reduces situational awareness and increases the risk of accidents. Prompt repair of the heated glass element switch is recommended, particularly if you live in areas prone to frost or high humidity, to ensure clear visibility and safe driving conditions.
Replacing a heated glass element switch typically involves moderate labor and parts costs. The total cost can vary widely depending on your vehicle's make and model, with prices generally ranging from $50 to $150 for the switch itself. Labor charges may add an additional $50 to $100, depending on the complexity of accessing the switch in your specific vehicle. It's advisable to obtain estimates from several service providers to ensure competitive pricing for the replacement.
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1993 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $69.00Labor: $7.00{ "partPrice": 69, "laborPrice": 7, "alldata_id": 31964, "alldata_vehicle_id": 31964, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1993 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 82 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $7.00Labor: $74.00{ "partPrice": 7, "laborPrice": 74, "alldata_id": 31951, "alldata_vehicle_id": 31951, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 82 B230F" }1993 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 83 B230FD - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $97.00Labor: $15.00{ "partPrice": 97, "laborPrice": 15, "alldata_id": 31947, "alldata_vehicle_id": 31947, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1993, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 83 B230FD" }1992 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $14.00Labor: $37.00{ "partPrice": 14, "laborPrice": 37, "alldata_id": 31963, "alldata_vehicle_id": 31963, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1992, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1992 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 82 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $9.00Labor: $50.00{ "partPrice": 9, "laborPrice": 50, "alldata_id": 31950, "alldata_vehicle_id": 31950, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1992, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC VIN 82 B230F" }1991 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $45.00Labor: $38.00{ "partPrice": 45, "laborPrice": 38, "alldata_id": 12256, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12256, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1991, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1990 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $77.00Labor: $70.00{ "partPrice": 77, "laborPrice": 70, "alldata_id": 12248, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12248, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.1", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1990, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1989 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $16.00Labor: $21.00{ "partPrice": 16, "laborPrice": 21, "alldata_id": 12238, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12238, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1989, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1988 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $16.00Labor: $37.00{ "partPrice": 16, "laborPrice": 37, "alldata_id": 12232, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12232, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1988, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1987 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $93.00Labor: $30.00{ "partPrice": 93, "laborPrice": 30, "alldata_id": 12226, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12226, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1987, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1986 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $31.00Labor: $34.00{ "partPrice": 31, "laborPrice": 34, "alldata_id": 12219, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12219, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1986, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1985 Volvo 240 L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $48.00Labor: $51.00{ "partPrice": 48, "laborPrice": 51, "alldata_id": 12208, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12208, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2.3L SOHC VIN 88 B230F" }1985 Volvo 240 L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $58.00Labor: $77.00{ "partPrice": 58, "laborPrice": 77, "alldata_id": 12212, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12212, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI" }1985 Volvo 240 L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $69.00Labor: $54.00{ "partPrice": 69, "laborPrice": 54, "alldata_id": 12218, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12218, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1985, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI" }1984 Volvo 240 L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC B21A (Can) - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $6.00Labor: $40.00{ "partPrice": 6, "laborPrice": 40, "alldata_id": 12200, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12200, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC B21A (Can)" }1984 Volvo 240 L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $33.00Labor: $29.00{ "partPrice": 33, "laborPrice": 29, "alldata_id": 12199, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12199, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI" }1984 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23F FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $36.00Labor: $97.00{ "partPrice": 36, "laborPrice": 97, "alldata_id": 12201, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12201, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23F FI" }1984 Volvo 240 L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $54.00Labor: $93.00{ "partPrice": 54, "laborPrice": 93, "alldata_id": 12202, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12202, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.1" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1984, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI" }1983 Volvo 240 L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC B21A (Can) - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $90.00Labor: $53.00{ "partPrice": 90, "laborPrice": 53, "alldata_id": 12025, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12025, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC B21A (Can)" }1983 Volvo 240 L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $74.00Labor: $86.00{ "partPrice": 74, "laborPrice": 86, "alldata_id": 12024, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12024, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2127cc 2.1L SOHC Turbo B21FT FI" }1983 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23E (Can) - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $51.00Labor: $93.00{ "partPrice": 51, "laborPrice": 93, "alldata_id": 12026, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12026, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23E (Can)" }1983 Volvo 240 L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23F FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $42.00Labor: $78.00{ "partPrice": 42, "laborPrice": 78, "alldata_id": 12027, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12027, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L4-2320cc 2.3L SOHC B23F FI" }1983 Volvo 240 L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI - Heated Glass Element Switch Costs
Parts: $65.00Labor: $12.00{ "partPrice": 65, "laborPrice": 12, "alldata_id": 12028, "alldata_vehicle_id": 12028, "title": "Heated Glass Element Switch", "parts": { "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Switch", "part": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Switch", "price": "26.97", "pricecode": "", "partnumber": "13246798" } ] } ] }, "labors": { "operations": [ { "operation": "Replace", "qualifiers": [ { "name": "Rear Window Defroster Components, Renew", "labor": { "skill": "B", "standardtime": "0.2", "warrantytime": "0.0" }, "qualifiers": [] } ] } ] }, "year": 1983, "make": "Volvo", "model": "240", "engine": "L6-2383cc 2.4L DSL SOHC D24 FI" }