This page lists 8 electrical switch & relay parts for the 1962 Checker Marathon, across 2 part types, covering both the 3.7L 226cid L6 and the 5.2L 318cid V8. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The switch and relay system on the 1962 Checker Marathon covers the switches, relays and flashers that route power to everything the driver touches. All 8 listed parts are Brake Light Switch (4 parts) and Horn Relay (4 parts).
The 1962 Checker Marathon was sold with both the 3.7L 226cid L6 and the 5.2L 318cid V8. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
4 brands supply electrical switch & relay parts for the 1962 Checker Marathon, led by FAMOUS BRAND (2 parts), ROSTRA (2 parts) and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts), plus 1 more brand. Quality grades include Standard Replacement and Economy.
Each part number listed for the 1962 Checker Marathon opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Brake Light Switch
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS BRAND Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | SAA1322 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROSTRA Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | 620126 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | SLS25 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | 1S5366 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the pedal-mounted switch that turns on the brake lamps. Typical signs include a function that works intermittently, or a click without the accessory coming on. Inspect the connector behind the switch; heat-damaged terminals will kill the new part too.
4 Brake Light Switch parts are listed for the 1962 Checker Marathon, from FAMOUS BRAND, ROSTRA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.
In the Economy grade, FAMOUS BRAND supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is FAMOUS BRAND SAA1322.
The Standard Replacement section lists 3 options from ROSTRA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS — built to original-equipment specification. ROSTRA 620126 is listed in this group.
Listed part numbers: FAMOUS BRAND SAA1322, ROSTRA 620126 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SLS25, plus the other parts above.
Horn Relay
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FAMOUS BRAND Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | RAC1004 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | 12V | View on Amazon |
| ROSTRA Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | 600299 | 🇺🇸 US | with 12 Volt System | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | HR106 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: 3.7L 226cid L6 | 1R1715 | 🇺🇸 US | This horn relay can be used for any 12 Volt, Three terminal application that does not require an internal resistorUniversal Horn Relay, 12 Volt Type Three Screw Terminals | View on Amazon |
This table covers the relays that control the Horn circuit. Typical signs include a click with no action, or a circuit that works only when you swap in a known-good relay. Swap with an identical relay in the fuse box before buying — it is the fastest test there is.
4 Horn Relay parts for the 1962 Checker Marathon come from 4 brands — FAMOUS BRAND, ROSTRA, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 1 other brand.
Part numbers include FAMOUS BRAND RAC1004, ROSTRA 600299 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS HR106, among others listed above.
Buying Electrical Switch & Relay Parts for a 1962 Checker Marathon
On this vehicle, the switch and relay system covers the switches, relays and flashers that route power to everything the driver touches.
- Match the engine first. Every electrical switch & relay part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, inspect the connector terminals behind any failed switch — heat damage there will kill the new part too.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Brake Light Switch and Horn Relay .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical switch & relay parts fit the 1962 Checker Marathon?
Our catalog currently lists 8 electrical switch & relay parts for the 1962 Checker Marathon across 2 subcategories and 4 brands, covering both the 3.7L 226cid L6 and the 5.2L 318cid V8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do electrical switch & relay parts differ between 1962 Checker Marathon engines?
Yes. Every electrical switch & relay part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of electrical switch & relay problems on a 1962 Checker Marathon?
Common symptoms include accessories that work intermittently, a click without action, or one function dead while its fuse tests fine. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, inspect the connector terminals behind any failed switch — heat damage there will kill the new part too.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1962 Checker Marathon was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1962 Checker Marathon?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then swap a suspect relay with an identical known-good one from the fuse box before buying — it is the fastest diagnostic there is. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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