What happens when you remove the indicator stalk?

What happens when you remove the indicator stalk?

After all the screws have been removed the column shroud should split apart. You may have to wriggle the shrouds off over the various stalks and the ignition switch , so take care not to break them. In some cases the entire column will have to be lowered to remove the shrouds. You should now be able to see the indicator stalk switch.

Do you need to remove steering column shroud to fix indicator stalk?

Before carrying out any work on the stalk disconnect the battery leads as a safety precaution against short circuits . On the majority of cars you have only to remove the steering column shroud to gain access to the indicator stalk switch mechanism. But in some cases you will also have to remove the steering wheel (for details see Projects 2).

Where is the indicator stalk on a Berlingo?

Inside the indicator assembly (known as Com 2000) on the steering column (if it’s been made by DAV, not Delphi), there is a small nylon plunger on a spring, which clicks in to hold the indicator stalk in one of the three positions: left, centre, and right.

What happens if I move the steering column?

Warning! If the steering column is moved following removal of the indicator housing, or the boss of the housing is allowed to turn to a different position, there is a risk that the internal ribbon will snap on full lock after reassembly.

How is the indicator stalk attached to the steering column?

Examine how the indicator stalk is connected to the steering column. The simplest design has the base of the stalk held with screws to a bracket on the steering column. Another type has a metal U-bracket that fits around the column and is attached to the stalk base. Undo the screws and remove the U-bracket, then pull off the stalk.

How do you remove an indicator stalk from a car?

Another type has a metal U-bracket that fits around the column and is attached to the stalk base. Undo the screws and remove the U-bracket, then pull off the stalk. Where the stalks all come off as a cluster, the job is rather more difficult. Because the assembly fits over the steering column, you have to remove the steering wheel first.

What to do if you have a bad steering column?

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What causes the indicator stalk to turn to the left?

Turn the indicator stalk to the left-hand turn position. If the circuit tester illuminates, the wiring to and inside the switch are okay. If the circuit tester fails to light, it indicates a fault either in the switch itself or in the wiring between the switch and the multi-plug.

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