Replace Hi-Lo Switch 1990 Corsica?
freaker
08-30-2005, 07:03 PM
Just had my hi-lo switch on my 1990 Corsica die ... on high beams of course! Now I get flashed all day and not in the good way! ha ha ..
Can anyone give me instructions on how to replace it? Thanks in Advance
Can anyone give me instructions on how to replace it? Thanks in Advance
jsgold
08-30-2005, 07:50 PM
I bought a new switch for my 91 a few years ago, and then found that the switch was OK! the switch is actually near the base of the column and is controlled by a rod that runs thru the column and connects to your control handle. The switch can work loose a bit and the rod won't quite open/close the circuit, so you might be able to just pull back a bit and tighten. It is kind of cramped under there but be patient. Might have to remove a panel under there, I don't remember, but if you have a good light and are patient, it won't be tough. Look under there with a light and move the control handle, you will see it.
freaker
08-31-2005, 05:39 AM
Thanks! I'll have a look hopefully it's an easy fix!!
freaker
09-07-2005, 06:08 PM
Thanks JSGold,
I was told by the local chevy dealer (service manager) that I needed to pull the steering wheel. After reading your reply I decided to give'er a look myself. Sure enough I think your answer was right but to be safe I replaced the switch anyway.
Here is a quick step by step from my perspective:
Remove cover under steering column (3 hex screws & 2 Phillips screws)
Locate hi-lo switch (about half way between wheel and fire wall)
Check to see if switch has moved, slotted holes will allow this
Adjust if possible
If not, remove 6 - 1/2" hex bolts that hold column in place
A 10mm wrench removes the lower nut & 8mm the fwd bolt on the switch
Remove wiring harness clip
Reverse.
NO REMOVAL OF STEERING WHEEL IS NECESSARY!
Thanks again JSGold
L8er
Freaker
I was told by the local chevy dealer (service manager) that I needed to pull the steering wheel. After reading your reply I decided to give'er a look myself. Sure enough I think your answer was right but to be safe I replaced the switch anyway.
Here is a quick step by step from my perspective:
Remove cover under steering column (3 hex screws & 2 Phillips screws)
Locate hi-lo switch (about half way between wheel and fire wall)
Check to see if switch has moved, slotted holes will allow this
Adjust if possible
If not, remove 6 - 1/2" hex bolts that hold column in place
A 10mm wrench removes the lower nut & 8mm the fwd bolt on the switch
Remove wiring harness clip
Reverse.
NO REMOVAL OF STEERING WHEEL IS NECESSARY!
Thanks again JSGold
L8er
Freaker
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