Toyota Corolla Turn Signal Switch Repair
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- Опубликовано: 24 авг 2024
- I fixed the turn signal switch on a 10yr old Toyota Corolla. In the end, I needed to repair a switch contact, because the common contact had worn down too much. They should beef it up since at minimum it sees twice the amount of use than the side contacts. When you look at the switch you can see plastic stops that are used to keep one of the spring loaded contacts balanced when not in use. It is these that actually also prevent the switch from working when the contact height has decreased. The symptom was that when the switch was actuated at a normal or fast speed it didn't work in one direction, it made a fast clicking sound with no turn lights on. It started over a year ago, very rarely and randomly showing this behaviour. I've owned a 20 year old chev and ford and neither had the turn signal wear out hehe ;) However, I am impressed that you are able to get inside this switch via screws. I've heard a rumour that newer switches are permanently closed. The dealership wanted a lot of money for a new part so thought I'd try a fix first.
Michael
My local Toyota dealer wanted $933CAN plus tax(HST) to replace switch - charging $850 for the part 84310-08050 alone.
On line I saw the part for $280US and was seriously looking at the local wrecking yard to find the switch.
Well this was my last day to look at the turn signal as it's going to get cold outside tomorrow ( Ottawa).
I did the contact clean up first - and that didn't work so I flipped the metal contact ( the inverted U with the spring ) - as Kenneth suggested - and "voila" it works.
Thanks to Michael for the video and to Kenneth for his solution you saved me a pile of $$$$$.
Thanks dude. Same situation, but instead of soldering, i just flipped the metal contact (an inverted U with a spring). cuz I don't have solder tools with me. Hope it will last for another 4 yrs. Also wanted to add some note:
- you need to gently remove the connector before removing the signal switch.
- when dismentalling the switch, remove the semi-transparent cover first, then unscrew two screws, then remove the other side.
- I use an ohm meter to chk contacts after rework
Kenneth Ip thank you, I did the same thing and worked great took me 15 minutes to fix it.
I just did this a minute ago. I stretched out the spring that's beneath the goalpost-shaped thing and cleaned all the gunk out of the track where the three copper connectors sit. I think maybe it was just the gunk above the copper connector that was blocking the goalpost from sliding completely into place. Thanks so much!
Shaun Woods I did the same thing. Thank you it works great 👍🏼
Thanks a million...sorted. You were right about the centre contact being worn away. I cut a new copper disc from a piece of plumbing pipe and soldered it on to rebuild it and to my amazement it worked. I owe you pints...cheers.
Thanks for this idea. I put a drop of solder on the middle contact and "ground" it down with a worn Dremel wire brush so it was about the same height as the other two contacts. Toyota Corolla 1999 LE. As others experienced, the right blinker worked fine, but the left did nothing unless after the signal arm was fully down to turn left, you then put a little pressure on the arm up and held it in that position while turning the wheel with the right hand - not a safe way to turn left!! Now with the middle contact higher, clicking the arm down and leaving it there leaves the left blinker on until the steering wheel cancels it. Words great! Thanks again.
Thanks Michael. Your video helped me fix my old Sienna van - it looked exactly the same. Fortunately my contact was not worn away too much. So I didn't have to do the contact enhancement surgery like you did.
Fixed my 2000 corolla issue many thanks, note when your taking the switch apart be careful not to lose the grey piece that slides on the black piece. It's used for your high beams i accidentally dropped. Re-installed and the high beams were stuck on all the time. After some searching i found the piece on the floor re-installed and am good to go. Thanks so much
Worked on my 2000 Sienna van and also fixed the low beam headlights. Only high beams would work (and turn signals would keep clicking after use). This simple procedure solved both.
Thank you so much for posting this video. I just fixed my contact by soldering a small disc of copper to it and it works fine. Note to UK viewers, this is the exact same switch as a V reg Toyota Avensis
just bought an 02 corolla and the left blinker one pushed fast it wouldnt work. i had to slowly push the lever down to get the left blinker to work. i just did what you did in the video, took about 15 min start to finish, and it works perfecly now. i dont have to get one from a junk yard or new one from the dealer. 1000 thanks
Hi, yes its a 2002. No I did not do those things you mentioned (but I'm not sure if I should have, so perhaps be careful :) I didn't cover very well how I rebuilt the switch contact itself but I assume you get the idea. The switch is working great for me. Good luck.
Thank you very much!
I cut a piece of small metal from a coca can, and put it at the bottom of the spring (an inverted U with a spring). It did the trick.
Followed the directions and it worked perfectly. Thank you very much for the video and your level of detail.
Same as Kenneth here too! I bought another wrecker one but the left worked but the right didn't, Murphys law. So I turned that u shaped thing 180 deg and it works.
Thanks a lot. It helps every moment in this video , how to take off the switch and how to fix the contact. Auto-service guy had sad steering wheel should be taken off and whole combined switch must be changed. Which would cost me about 300$ ) even separate switch costs in Canada 60-70$
Thanks man! You saved me a chunk of money.
My left turn signal is not working properly. If I'm gentle, it works okay, but if when engaged, I bump it again downwards (more left) it turns the signal off. I can re-engage it by pushing it back center and lightly pushing it down. Do you think soldering the center (which is heavily worn) will fix this issue? I don't readily have a solder, but could get one if you think that's the issue. Ideas?
Thank you for your video it helped me to fix my turn signal problem.
Thanks so much for your sharing, I just fixed my corolla follow your instruction, thanks again!
This video was quite useful. I could fix the issue with turn signal and it works fine now. However in the process of fixing turn signal, something went wrong. Now my high beam light doesn't turn on. I have toyota corolla 2001. When I opened turn signal switch, I plastic part came off and I could not figure out how to put it back. Somehow i fit it in and now the issue with high beam light. Any comment from experts about how to fix this ?
thank you i will try to fix mine on a 99 tacoma and i will post it if it works i will save 60-80 bucks
smart video. I'm gonna try it myself. Thanks for the upload.
ON MY 2003 TOYOTA MATRIX, IT KEEPS BLOWING THE FUSE AS SOON AS USE THE SIGNAL OR THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS AND OF COURSE NEITHER TURN SIGNALS WORK OR THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS EITHER IS THERE A FIX FOR THIS IF SO WHERE WOULD / SHOULD BE LOOKING? THANK YOU
How did you cut that piece of metal to add to the contact point, and what material is it? Would simply adding solder to bolster the connection be adequate?
Brass rod, used a dremel to slice a piece off. Hacksaw would work... I don't know how long the solder would hold up if you did that, but it doesn't strike me as good of a repair.
I simply added the solder knowing it would not last long but it is working perfect now.
@@harakiri881 I did the same - drop of solder on the middle contact got the left blinker to work again on my 1999 Corolla. If it wears down prematurely, I can put another drop on. (Actually since the drop ended up a little higher than the two other contacts, I used a dremel wire brush to wear it down to approximately the same height). My wire brush's bristles are almost worn down to the shaft but stick out a bit. I don't know if a new brush with longer bristles would wear the solder as easily but if not maybe use a sanding drum dremel attachment and give it a light touch. Anyway, thanks @EEP3ng for this video. Very helpful.
MIchael I try to unscrew the screw at the wheel (2:14) by now my steering wheel is lock. WHAT SHOULD I DO ?
+WillSinner001 I'm sure you figured it out by now :) Probably just turn your keys to unlock the wheel. Screw wouldn't cause any issue, its just holding plastic together.
Is there any specific grease we need to use or just regular grease?
I'd assume dielectric grease
what year & exact model is the Corolla you did repair on? how much would mechanic charge for same fix?
2002 CE. The garage will only replace the whole switch assembly, they won't disassemble the switch and do this type of repair to the switch itself. The cost of the part was crazy I recall, some people have given prices they were quoted in the comments below.
Great video... I'm going to tackle this contact repair tomorrow as I need to pass inspection this month. Got a few questions before I delve into this project that I'm hoping are answered fast... Any tips on fabricating the contact's top, and what's its height, diameter and material? Is it hard to get to the screw by the ignition switch that holds the top on? Looks like a bitch to get at. ANY FAST HELP IS APPRECIATED.
Hi, Sorry didn't see this comment until now. I don't recall the dimensions so you'll have to open the switch to measure if you want. I just worked off the height of the other two "good" contacts and built the middle contact back up to their height. I used a solid piece of brass rod (the type you can get at a hobby store) and sliced a piece off - then I soldered that in place over the middle contact.
EEP3ng Oh, that was a while ago. No biggie. I did the fix and it works great to this day. I use a small brass washer and chamferred the edges, then soldered it onto the worn contact. I smeared die electric grease everywhere and reassembled and installed. Works perfectly. Your vid gave me the courage to pull this repair off. Thanks tons!
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