Thanks, Jim.
I mainly needed reassurance that my diagnosis was correct and some hints on
how to fix it. You've given me just that!
Now let's hope I can get the switch out of there without breaking it! (I've
been known to turn a simple job into a nightmare with such a fumble)
Dan
73 B
-----Original Message-----
From: Jim Stuart <jimbb88@erols.com>
To: MG list <mgs@autox.team.net>
Date: Friday, September 03, 1999 5:21 PM
Subject: Turn signal & hazard switch fix
>
>The problem is that after using the hazard switch, the turn signals fail
>to work.
>
>The quick fix is to snap the hazard switch on & off several times with a
>very firm hand. This usually cleans the dirty contacts enough to get the
>turn signals to function, or returns everything to the original clean
>location.
>
>The real problem is that the power to the turn signals comes from the
>hazard switch rather than directly from the fuse box. If the hazard
>switch terminals become dirty through an accumulation of dust or
>corrosion, the movement of turning them on then off may leave the
>contacts on a dirty or corroded spot.
>
>The correct fix is to clean the switch, some dissasembly may be
>required. Here is a good place for that WD40 spray instead of wasting it
>trying to get it to bust rust, which it won't. It will provide a
>protective coating for the newly cleaned terminals.
>
>
>Jim
>
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