2002 G.A. clicking in dash
la859
10-15-2007, 07:50 AM
I have a 2002 G.A. which has a clicking sound coming from the dash around the flasher switch. I replaced the switch and clicking is still there. Any suggestions? It is driving me crazy! Thanks!
xeroinfinity
10-16-2007, 11:30 AM
Welcome to AF.
If probley the multi function switch (MFS).
Try a search for "multi function switch" in this forum,
or the grand am forum.
Here are a few links to the same issues.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=750813&highlight=multi+function+switch
This one has good info.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=702900&highlight=multi+function+switch
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=713169&highlight=multi+function+switch
To access the switch you'll need some torx bits.
The plastic cover behind the steering wheel needs to come off.
Should be two #25 screws on the bottom of this piece, remove those.
The two halves might be connected but slip off pretty easily.
Should be 1 screw holding down the MFS right on top,
and thier are three plug-ins that need unpluged to remove the unit.
Hope that helps.
If probley the multi function switch (MFS).
Try a search for "multi function switch" in this forum,
or the grand am forum.
Here are a few links to the same issues.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=750813&highlight=multi+function+switch
This one has good info.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=702900&highlight=multi+function+switch
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=713169&highlight=multi+function+switch
To access the switch you'll need some torx bits.
The plastic cover behind the steering wheel needs to come off.
Should be two #25 screws on the bottom of this piece, remove those.
The two halves might be connected but slip off pretty easily.
Should be 1 screw holding down the MFS right on top,
and thier are three plug-ins that need unpluged to remove the unit.
Hope that helps.
raldo_gtm
10-16-2007, 07:41 PM
There is excessive grease in your turn signal switch that is causing the "clicking" noise. You have to take apart the steering column behind the steering wheel, you need either a deep socket OR a torx bit. Then, disconnect the wires that go to the signal switch, then remove the switch. Next, take the switch to a table and remove the screws that hold it together. Watch out for the spring, it'll pop out, but it's easy to place back in. Take a paper towel and begin to wipe off the excessive grease. Make sure that ALL of the grease is not making contact to the electrical parts. You'll need a toothpick to clean off the parts that the towel won't get. The grease is causing a short, and makes the clicking noise that is associated with the turn signal. Then, put the switch back together. I am 100% sure that this will fix your problem. Dealers will charge you about $125 for a new switch, plus more for labor. Trust me, this will work.
xeroinfinity
10-17-2007, 12:42 AM
Yeah raldo_gtm cleaning helps but they do need new dielectric grease put in the switch to replace the old grease.
This is all outlined in this thread, the second one I posted from above.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=702900&highlight=multi+function+switch
This is all outlined in this thread, the second one I posted from above.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=702900&highlight=multi+function+switch
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