This page lists 3 electrical switch & relay parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup, across 2 part types, covering both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. Every part shows its brand, manufacturer part number and fitment notes.
The switch and relay system on the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup covers the switches, relays and flashers that route power to everything the driver touches. All 3 listed parts are Brake Light Switch (2 parts) and Axle Shift Switch (1 part).
The 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup was sold with both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. All 3 parts on this page fit every engine.
The most listed brands for 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup electrical switch & relay parts are WELLS (2 parts) and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (1 part).
Each part number listed for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Axle Shift Switch
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | 1S1697 | 🇨🇦 CA | with 2 Speed Rear Axle, Terminal Block | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Axle Shift switches. 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.
One part is listed for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup — WELLS 1S1697.
Brake Light Switch
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | SLS28 | 🇨🇦 CA | View on Amazon | |
| WELLS Fits: all 1956 FC4C Pickup engines | 1S5368 | 🇨🇦 CA | 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.
2 Brake Light Switch parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS. Every part fits both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8.
Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SLS28 and WELLS 1S5368.
Buying Electrical Switch & Relay Parts for a 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup
On this vehicle, the switch and relay system covers the switches, relays and flashers that route power to everything the driver touches.
- You do not need to pick an engine: every electrical switch & relay part on this page fits both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8.
- 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 Axle Shift Switch .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many electrical switch & relay parts fit the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
Our catalog currently lists 3 electrical switch & relay parts for the 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup across 2 subcategories and 2 brands, covering both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do electrical switch & relay parts differ between 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup engines?
No. On this page every electrical switch & relay part fits both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. You do not need to pick an engine to choose the right row — use the notes for position and trim.
What are the signs of electrical switch & relay problems on a 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
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 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup 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 1956 Fargo FC4C Pickup?
Every part on this page already fits both the 4.1L 251cid L6 and the 4.4L 270cid V8. 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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