Re: [Amc-list] Turn signals
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Re: [Amc-list] Turn signals



Don't forget to check the actual bulb/lamp.
especially if they are new and unused.
I've seen them shorted internaly before. Visibly they are fine, no broken elements, but shorted in the base.
Takes a while to find if you're not checking them too!

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Mark Price
Morgantown, WV
1969 AMC Rambler, 4.0L, EFI, T-5
2004 Grand Cherokee Laredo, 4.7L, Quadratrc II
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From: Matt Haas <mhaas@xxxxxxx>
> Bad grounds and shorted out bulbs can do weird things as well. The most 
> likely problem is either a bad turn signal switch or a wiring problem. 
> There isn't a turn signal troubleshooting section. What you should do is 
> disconnect the plug at the base of the column and use a powered test 
> light or the continuity test function of a multi-meter to check the turn 
> signal switch itself. The TSM shows the wiring diagram for the switch.
> 
> Matt
> 
> Jim Blair wrote:
> > A: First thing is check the 4 way flasher switch isn't on or part way on. Then 
> the bulbs (and 1156 in place of an 1157 will do that)
> > 
> > 
> > From: Joe Smith <know_ware@xxxxxxxxx>
> > Subject: [Amc-list] Turn signals
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> > When I put on my turn signals for left or right, both come on.
> > Where in the TSM does it discuss this?  Or better yet, has anyone else had and 
> resolved this problem.  :-)
> > Joe
> >  
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