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Old May 25, 2010 | 06:24 PM
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I am not much for eletrical stuff at all so i figured i would ask,

Lately a lot of people have told me that when i turn on a blinker, my hazards will come on. I believe this is an intermitent problem and not sure if it only does it with the brake pedal mashed. If anyone has ever heard of this, Please school me up
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Old May 25, 2010 | 08:20 PM
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Check the connection at the back of the multi-function switch, there should be a screw that holds the electrical plug tight. You'll have to remover the column cover to get at the plug, it will be on the left side behind the steering wheel. They are turn signals, Jeeps don't have blinkers, only VW Beetles with dumb blondes in them have blinkers.
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Old May 25, 2010 | 08:35 PM
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Warthog, the problem is probably in the steering column at the signal switch. It is getting worn, and may be a little dirty and only need cleaning. Your signal is supposed to work while the brake is on, but if it gets dirty the bridge is made to the other side and the other side will work too.
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Old May 25, 2010 | 08:49 PM
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Great, I was hoping it wasn't an eletrical nightmare. I will pull the sterring column plastics off this weekend and look for the plug. If i cannot find it i will take pics of the area so someone can point it out.
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