How to Replace a Turn Signal Switch

You need to move the turn signal switch either up or down in order to activate the flasher on the turn signal, which enables other road users to know of your intentions. It is therefore important that the turn signal switch operates properly. If it develops some fault, you can easily fix it yourself. Here are the things to do.

Necessary tools and materials:

• Steering wheel puller
• Rag
• New turn signal switch
• Your car’s repair manual

Get the appropriate repair manual

The turn signal switches in different makes and models of cars are repaired differently; hence you need the relevant repair manual for your car. Use the steps mentioned below along with the information you get in the manual to make the required replacement.

Disconnect the battery

Ensure that you avoid any chances of electric shock by disconnecting the battery. Place the positive terminal on a rag to prevent it from touching any part of the car.

Remove the steering wheel

It may be necessary to remove the steering wheel to access the turn signal switch. Remove it from the steering column by using a steering wheel puller. There is a plastic shroud on the column that gives access to the switch.

Disconnect the wiring harness

You need to disconnect the turn signal switch from the wiring harness. You may either jot down how the wires are connected or take a digital photograph that will help you to during assembly.

Put the new turn signal switch

Put the replacement turn signal switch where you have removed the faulty one.

Then put back everything in reverse order before testing the new turn signal switch.