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Turn signal switch problems
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dbrowng1
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Nov 1, 2019, 5:29 PM
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Turn signal switch problems
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1989 Ford Econoline Van 5.8l
Need help getting the old switch out of the steering column. It won't fit! Do I need to take the individual wires out of the plastic connector to thread the wires through the steering column? Of course, I could cut off the connector for the old switch unit. But I would still need to thread the new one through the steering column.
Here is what Chilton's says:
"8. On vans with a tilt column, remove the connector plug before removing the switch from the column. The shift socket opening is not large enough for the plug connector to pass through".
I'd appreciate any help!
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Hammer Time
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Nov 1, 2019, 6:12 PM
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Re: Turn signal switch problems
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I've never had to remove the plug but those instructions clearly state that you need to remove it.
You'd better clearly record the position of all the wire colors before taking it apart. You may also need a special release tool to get the wires out of the plug without damage.
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