2002 G.A. clicking in dash

[la859]

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]

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/vbul...unction+switch

This one has good info.
http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...unction+switch

http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbul...unction+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]

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]

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/vbul...unction+switch