Turn Signal Problem
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Turn Signal Problem
I have a turn signal problem with my 1998 F-150.
When either turn signal is turned on it will flash until I step on the brake then the flashing stops and the light burns solid,(no flash).
Releasing the brake allows signal to work properly.
Hazard light system is not affected.
Someone said muti-function switch is faulty.
These are not cheap,
Do you think this is my problem?
Thanks for the reply.
When either turn signal is turned on it will flash until I step on the brake then the flashing stops and the light burns solid,(no flash).
Releasing the brake allows signal to work properly.
Hazard light system is not affected.
Someone said muti-function switch is faulty.
These are not cheap,
Do you think this is my problem?
Thanks for the reply.
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Turn Signal Problem
Could be. Double check some things first. Work the turn signals and make sure all the proper bulbs are blinking. Try wiggling the turn-switch a little to see if it tries to work when you are holding the brake pedal down. It sure does sound like the turn-signal switch is messed up. It's the only place where the turn-signal circuit and the brake circuit can get mixed up.
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Turn Signal Problem
GaryKE,
I have the exact problem with my 2001 F150. I have been trying to find the problem for several weeks. I removed the turn signal switch and carefully checked it out. It is not the problem. And I doubt they are only $20.00. I believe it is some type of relay problem possibly related to the factory alarm, but I do not have a wiring diagram to chase it further. There is a complex flasher unit under the dash, but without the diagram I can not determine its exact purpose. If you find out the answer I would like to know. I will also let you know if I solve it.
Ron@Griftown.com
I have the exact problem with my 2001 F150. I have been trying to find the problem for several weeks. I removed the turn signal switch and carefully checked it out. It is not the problem. And I doubt they are only $20.00. I believe it is some type of relay problem possibly related to the factory alarm, but I do not have a wiring diagram to chase it further. There is a complex flasher unit under the dash, but without the diagram I can not determine its exact purpose. If you find out the answer I would like to know. I will also let you know if I solve it.
Ron@Griftown.com
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