indicator stalk replacement

3ps · Post by **3ps** » 03 Jun 2008, 11:50

Hi,

I am have the usual tick indicator relay problem.

I can see the relay and will replace.

But I believe from other postings that the indicator stalk could be the problem. I took off the bottom steering column cowl, and loosen the top bit but the indicator stalk seemed to be a closed unit.

Any tips on how to get it out and clean it???

jgra1 · Post by **jgra1** » 03 Jun 2008, 11:59

hi 3ps

I did one a few years ago.. you have the clicking like mad relay I presume?

Getting the stalk out is easy, cowl top and bottem off (3 or 4 deep seated torx screws I think) although you've done this already..

the stalk is just screwed in as a 'block', unscrew and remove as a unit..

this can then be carefully dismantled by pushing in the plastic retainers all round the block..

access the contacts, clean, light oil or lube maybe, sorted

John

(there may be some springs so be careful and take your time)

Clogzz · Post by **Clogzz** » 03 Jun 2008, 12:50

Switching the hazard flasher switch on and off a few times may fix the relay ticking.
The indicator current passes through the hazard switch contacts, and lack of use causes intermittencies.
That’s assuming that the stalk switch isn’t carbonised.

3ps · Post by **3ps** » 04 Jun 2008, 10:43

I tried switching the hazard flasher a few times but it has not worked.

yes the relay is clicking like mad but I can make it click by fiddling with the stalk so I assume its the contact/dirt in the stalk.

I'll give it another go so!

Thanks.

jgra1 · Post by **jgra1** » 04 Jun 2008, 11:05

hi 3ps, Yep, carbon build up in the contacts...
good luck

f00lzz · Post by **f00lzz** » 05 Jun 2008, 01:12

Try some spray contact cleaner.. worked for me.