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Questions tagged [turn-signal]

Questions about the turn signals, indicators or direction indicators fitted to a vehicle. Common issues include diagnosing and fixing poor earth connections, replacing broken lenses, etc

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How do I stop the 'never-ending' turn signal?

I have an '07 Chevy Malibu, whose turn signal doesn't seem to disengage whenever I make a turn, unless it's more than roughly 160 degrees (a U-turn). What are some of the possible causes and are there any easy solutions, as this is quite annoying to…
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Why are my turn signal lenses melting?

A couple of years ago, I bought a used 2005 Chevy Malibu. Then, just last summer, I had to replace the front turn signal bulbs on both sides twice within a month because they kept burning out. I noticed that the orange lens above the bulbs was…
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Why do LED running lights turn off while the turn signal is blinking?

I've noticed in several new vehicles the following scenario: Vehicle is traveling with LED day-time running lights around/adjacent to the headlights Vehicle activates turn signal indicator Vehicle shuts off LED running light while turn signal…
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Is it possible to repair an intermittent or flaky turn signal flasher relay?

Ouch, a new turn signal flasher relay is $65 at the local parts shop. Is it possible to DIY a repair of such a flasher relay?
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Turn signal clicks randomly.

I recently had the turn signal relay in my 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee replaced due to regular/intermittent malfunctions. Prior to the replacement of the part, there would be unpredictable occasions when the signals (hazards included) would not work. …
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Where is the part of the car that senses the i-key?

My car is maxima 2014. Where is the part that receives the signals from the intelligent key?
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Why do cars still use mechanical blinker relays?

I think the electronic relays may be cheaper; and having less moving parts they are theoretically less prone to break. So, why do cars still use mechanical relays for turning lights?
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Brake lights and turn signals don't work (but head and tail lights do) on 1998 Ford Expedition

A friend of ours just bought a 1998 Ford Expedition. Not working: Hazard flashers Turn signals Brake lights However, head and tail lights both work when they're turned on. We tested the brake light switch, there's continuity when the brake is…
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Rapid Turn Signal

For the last few years, my 2011 Toyota Corolla's left turn signal shared the same blinking rate as the right side. This morning the left turn signal started blinking at a more rapid pace than the right side. What could the issue be?
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2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo turn signals

I bought a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. Noticed the turn signals sometimes works & then just stop for a few days. I replaced the relay and it did not help. Nothing else is affected but the turn signals. could it be the multifunction switch? and…
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How to diagnose if sporadic turn signal functioning is signal flasher or signal combo switch?

Symptom: When activated by the turn signal combo switch, turn signal goes on for about 5-10 seconds, and then turns itself off. Turn signal combo switch remains in the on position, but the turn signal stops. The symptom is sporadic: sometimes it…
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Hazards work but turn signals do not

I have a 1991 Honda Accord that started experiencing some electrical issues yesterday. At first, the right turn signal would not turn off. Shortly after, the turn signals stopped working completely but the hazard signals still work. Any idea which…
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What would cause a solid turn signal indicator?

I have been having this weird problem recently: Sometimes when I drive, the right turn signal indicator on the dashboard will be on solid. The turn signal itself won't be on, just the indicator is on. If I use the right turn signal, the indicator…
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Help installing LED tail lights

I just ordered LED tail lights for my Jeep (made by KC, not something super sketchy). I used to have LED turn signals up front (before I realized they looked aweful). I remember that the LED turn signal unit made them blink at a decent speed, but…
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Volvo Turn Signal Light Problem

My dad has an old Volvo V70 from 2001. One of the blinkers (that yellow light that you turn on if you go left or right) is not working properly. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't. We opened the hood and touched some wires etc etc we came to…
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