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Blinker Problem
1994 - 2004 Ford Cars and Light Trucks Blinker (turn signal) Operation Failure
Introduction
Blinkers or turn signals help communicate our intended vehicle direction. By
activating the turn signal switch you are able to alert people around your
vehicle by flashing a light bulb at the front and rear of the vehicle. Turn
signals first appeared on vehicles in 1939 and since then have become standard
equipment for all vehicles. The turn signal system is operated by a turn signal
switch, which can activate either the right or left side blinker. The bulbs at
the front and back of the vehicle are connected to the switch. Ford had a common
problem that would cause the blinker operation to fail caused by a short circuit
in the turn signal switch. The
switch contact plate will come loose causing the blinkers to stay on or not work
at all. To replace this switch remove the steering column cover (3 screws on the
bottom facing upward). Once the steering column cover is off remove the two mounting
screws that attach the switch to the column. When the switch is loose from the column
remove the wiring harness connector and reconnect to the new switch. Remount the
new switch with the mounting screws and re-attach the steering wheel column cover
and recheck operation. For exact specific repair procedures for this repair
visit our
online repair manual page.
Ford Turn Signal Switch
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Blinker Problem
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