no signal lights
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no signal lights
I have traced every wire, to the point of stripping all the tape off all the harness. The only questionable wire I found was where the wires go through the steering column. There was one pinched where the tilt is, when the tilt is moved it pinches the wires for the cruise, signal lights.
Can I use a signal switch for a regular truck, without cruise? I am going to try switching them out.
Can I use a signal switch for a regular truck, without cruise? I am going to try switching them out.
MSEE
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From: Austin, TX
What is the actual problem? You've described what you've tried and what your next steps are, but you didn't actually describe what's wrong beyond the title of this thread.
What "signal lights" are missing? The exterior turn signals? The dash indicators? Both? Does "no lights" mean they're stuck ON or stuck OFF? Does the issue depend on any other factors (signals work with headlights OFF but not when headlights ON, is position of key dependent, etc). Need a lot more information; my crystal ball is in the shop.
What "signal lights" are missing? The exterior turn signals? The dash indicators? Both? Does "no lights" mean they're stuck ON or stuck OFF? Does the issue depend on any other factors (signals work with headlights OFF but not when headlights ON, is position of key dependent, etc). Need a lot more information; my crystal ball is in the shop.
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Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Edmonton, Ab
What is the actual problem? You've described what you've tried and what your next steps are, but you didn't actually describe what's wrong beyond the title of this thread.
What "signal lights" are missing? The exterior turn signals? The dash indicators? Both? Does "no lights" mean they're stuck ON or stuck OFF? Does the issue depend on any other factors (signals work with headlights OFF but not when headlights ON, is position of key dependent, etc). Need a lot more information; my crystal ball is in the shop.
What "signal lights" are missing? The exterior turn signals? The dash indicators? Both? Does "no lights" mean they're stuck ON or stuck OFF? Does the issue depend on any other factors (signals work with headlights OFF but not when headlights ON, is position of key dependent, etc). Need a lot more information; my crystal ball is in the shop.
I have headlights, and marker lights. I had no turn signals, hazards or brake lights. After some cursing and bleeding knuckles I found one problem. In my fuse panel the wire was broke off that powers the hazard lights.
I checked the fuse panel for power at the turn signal fuse. It has power, but I lose it after it goes into the harness that goes to the steering column. I was thinking maybe it's the switch? A thunderstorm moved in so I had to get dry and finish up tomorrow.
I am wondering what other vehicle I can get a signal switch from.
Mine is a 79 Lariat Cab with cruise, tilt, A/C.
P.O. hacked this harness up real good, I have been chasing and repairing wires for a while.
Thanks..
MSEE
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From: Austin, TX
Got it...so it sounds like no turn signals whatsoever. Next check that power is making it to the flasher. Remove the turn signal flasher and check the voltage at the ORANGE with YELLOW stripe wire. It should have power anytime the key is on.
Bill or Mike would have to chime in as far as applications go. Rock Auto's website lists a turn signal switch with tilt for a '79 for $72.99. It would be a Shee-Mar reproduction. Rock Auto also lists other applications (namely 78/79 E- and F-series) but I would go by the books instead if Bill or Mike chime in. I don't think cruise makes a difference but I welcome any corrections.
Bill or Mike would have to chime in as far as applications go. Rock Auto's website lists a turn signal switch with tilt for a '79 for $72.99. It would be a Shee-Mar reproduction. Rock Auto also lists other applications (namely 78/79 E- and F-series) but I would go by the books instead if Bill or Mike chime in. I don't think cruise makes a difference but I welcome any corrections.
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