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12-11-2004, 10:32 PM
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Turn signal flasher unit location?...
Should've bought the warranty...anyways...
Today, my turn signals stopped working. When I flick the right (or left) turn signal, the indicator lights, both outside and 'arrow' on gauge cluster, turn on once or twice & die!
The hazard switch and flashers work just fine. I am guessing that there are 2 seperate flasher units, one for the turn signal switch and one for the hazard switch. Checked the fuse (position 2, 10amp) and its just fine.
Where in my car is the "flasher unit" for the turn signals located? Any thoughts on what else could cause this?
Thanks.
Today, my turn signals stopped working. When I flick the right (or left) turn signal, the indicator lights, both outside and 'arrow' on gauge cluster, turn on once or twice & die!
The hazard switch and flashers work just fine. I am guessing that there are 2 seperate flasher units, one for the turn signal switch and one for the hazard switch. Checked the fuse (position 2, 10amp) and its just fine.
Where in my car is the "flasher unit" for the turn signals located? Any thoughts on what else could cause this?
Thanks.
12-11-2004, 10:54 PM
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Replace hazard switch...
It's actually a box that includes the hazard switch. You remove the trim piece around the hazard switch and cupholders, remove the hazard switch, and replace with the same part number.
Be sure to not lose the cable that it's connected to. if you do that you're in trouble.
It's about $25-$30 and took me about 15 mins to get the old switch out (but would take less time if doing it a second time).
Search the A6/S6 forum for "hazard switch" or "hazard relay" and you'll find instructions.
Be sure to not lose the cable that it's connected to. if you do that you're in trouble.
It's about $25-$30 and took me about 15 mins to get the old switch out (but would take less time if doing it a second time).
Search the A6/S6 forum for "hazard switch" or "hazard relay" and you'll find instructions.
12-12-2004, 07:47 AM
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Thanks. Would you have a part# handy? Also...
...does this have to be purchased at a dealer or Pep Boys/RadioShack might have one?
Since the hazards switch and flashers are working fine, I was of the impression that this is a seperate relay/flasher-unit, specifically, for the turn signals.
Thanks.
Since the hazards switch and flashers are working fine, I was of the impression that this is a seperate relay/flasher-unit, specifically, for the turn signals.
Thanks.
12-12-2004, 08:08 AM
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its not a relay its the contacts(i think)...if you pull it out you can just bend them back
...the hazard switch comes out along with all the relays etc, i think that people just bent the contacts back to their original position and that fixed the problem...or atleast thats what i remember hearing...stf and you might find somthing
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12-12-2004, 02:35 PM
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Okay, got the cover out easily. How does the...
<center><img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/32668/hazard_switch.jpg"></center><p>Hazard switch come out? I tried pulling on it but its in there pretty tight. If I use pliers, the switch might break or crack!
What's the trick to remove it?
What's the trick to remove it?
12-12-2004, 05:13 PM
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My way (instructions inside)
<img src="http://pictureposter.audiworld.com/48084/switch_out.jpg">
1. Pull 2 metal clips out and remove the cup holder
2. Remove blank button (=cover)
3. Thru the opennings on both sides, squeeze and pull hazard switch out (may need help of tiny fingers owner)
P.S. ! indicate metal clips that apparently you broke off the trim piece. Pull them and glue back to the trim piece before installation.
1. Pull 2 metal clips out and remove the cup holder
2. Remove blank button (=cover)
3. Thru the opennings on both sides, squeeze and pull hazard switch out (may need help of tiny fingers owner)
P.S. ! indicate metal clips that apparently you broke off the trim piece. Pull them and glue back to the trim piece before installation.