Friday, June 6, 2014
How to Replace the Flasher on a Ford F 150
The flashers, also called blinkers or turn signals, as well as the hazard lights on the Ford F-150 pickup truck are all controlled by one simple relay module. If you have a front or rear flasher that isnt working, chances are you need to replace a simple five-pin relay module located on your steering column. The part costs very little, and replacing it will take just a few minutes of your time.
Instructions
- 1
Use a flat-head screwdriver to gently pry the clam-shell door open. The door is located under the instrument panel on the top of the steering column between the instrument panel and the steering wheel.
2Remove the door and set it in a safe place.
3Remove the blue five-pin relay from the column by pulling it gently from the plug.
4Remove the screw from the top of the relay.
5Replace the screw on the top of the relay.
6Replace the relay with the new one (part number F65B-13350-AA). Plug the new relay in where you removed the old one.
7Close the clam-shell door by lining it up and pressing down until it snaps in place.
Monday, March 17, 2014
How to Replace a Flasher on a Jeep Grand Cherokee
Replacing the flasher in your Jeep Cherokee may be necessary if the turn signals or the emergency flashers stop working. The flasher controls both operations, and if it fails it usually stops working completely. Replacement flashers are readily available from any auto parts store or Jeep dealer. The flasher is buried behind the fuse panel, so it will take a little time to reach but the whole job shouldnt take more than about an hour for most experienced DIY mechanics.
Instructions
- 1
Open the drivers door of your Jeep and locate the access panel for the fuse box on the end of the dash. Remove the fuse box access panel by unsnapping it from the right cowl side trim panel.
2Remove the nut securing the right cowl side trim to the junction block stud with a socket and ratchet. The nut is near the center of the fuse block.
3Remove the two screws along the edge of the right cowl side trim to the right of the fuse box using a Phillips screwdriver. Set the screws aside.
4Pull the trim panel off and locate the flasher inside the junction block. Unplug the combination flasher from the junction block.
5Push the new flasher into the block. Position the trim panel back in place. Install the retaining screws along the right side of the fuse box and tighten them with a screwdriver.
6Install the nut in the center of the fuse block. Tighten it with a socket and ratchet. Snap the access cover onto the fuse panel. Close the door of the Jeep.