blakngold4life Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 My turn signals stopped working in my z34. they went out a while back but I need to get it inspected soon so actually have to fix it now. The right signal works when you hold it up, but will not operate if you leave it and the left will light up when you hold it down but will not flash (sometimes if I pull on it, it flashes slightly). I have seen smoke come out of the steering column a couple times and am assuming its related to this. My wipers and everything else on the column work fine. Anyone have experiences like this or know what may be up? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtremerevolution Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Very common problem. Turn signal switch. Should be between $40 and $55, depending on whether or not you have RSWC (redundant steering wheel controls...for the radio). You'll need a steering wheel puller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy K Posted June 19, 2009 Report Share Posted June 19, 2009 Yes. very common. the square column style can readily be cleaned and re-lubricated if it is not damaged... assuming you have the skills to do so. (like if you you can change a tire, you can do this) basically you remove the steering wheel and the upper column cover and you have complete access. you would then see the part that moves when you move the lever. remove it and inspect for damage to the contacts or the plastic. if good, clean and lubricate (i use dielectric grease) and take the moving part and flex the 6 contact tabs out so they provide more pressure and install. or get a new switch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymeetspavement Posted June 20, 2009 Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Yea I have the exact same issue, Im going to head out to pick up a puller and deal with it today if my schedual allows. Its getting annoying as hell holding it up or down when switching lanes..especially at real speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakngold4life Posted June 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted June 20, 2009 Just pulled mine off, I can see where it is worn and ordered the new switch. should have it fixed this week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boymeetspavement Posted June 26, 2009 Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 I finally got to looking at mine today and...SUCCESS! Funyy, I fixed it the same way I used to fix my slot cars when I was a kid. I took it apart, cleaned the contacts with alcohol and swabs and bent the contacts more to make a stiffer connection. One of the things I love about gm, 9 outta 10 times you can look at something and go " well theres the problem". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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blakngold4life Posted July 2, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 2, 2009 Got the new signal switch installed, the left signal still doesn't operate properly. The lights halfway blink and the clicker is much faster than the right. Now im thinking this problem is the relay but am having a difficult time locating it. any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrcuttymann Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 On my 94 cs it is located just above the brake pedal next to the steering column. Not very much fun to get to , It is held in place by a little clip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrcuttymann Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 If you turn on turn signal and listen you will find it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy K Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Got the new signal switch installed, the left signal still doesn't operate properly. The lights halfway blink and the clicker is much faster than the right. Now im thinking this problem is the relay but am having a difficult time locating it. any ideas? check all bulbs? the clicker is not side specific, and wouldn't be different unless there is a voltage draw difference between left and right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakngold4life Posted July 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 All the bulbs are fine, brake lights and hazard lights all light up fine and flash as they should. Any other ideas? The problem still appears to be in the switch, took the other one back thinking it was a dud and the new one is is doing the same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blakngold4life Posted July 3, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 problem solved! For some unknown reason the left brake light was wired into the turn signal and was overloading the flasher, wired it up correctly and everything is working great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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