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Old Nov 22, 2003 | 04:11 PM
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turn signal lever

Hey all,
i have a '98 ML, and just recently the turn signal lever has been a problem. When i signal for a left turn, the signal lights go on, but after i turn, the lever is hard to push back to its original position (and turn off the turn signal). The car will occasionally turn it off on its own, but when i have to push the lever back to its original position manually, it seems like its stuck, or doesnt want to move easily. (and this only happens with a left turn...) Anyone had similar a problem, or know how i might fix it? Any help would be appreciated, thanks,
--Alex
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Old Nov 22, 2003 | 09:03 PM
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I think your going to need a new combination switch.
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Old Dec 6, 2003 | 12:37 AM
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Turn signal problems

Early '98s had bad combination switches. I think mine was replaced three times before they came out with a redesigned or otherwise improved one. It's benn fin for 5 years since.
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Old Dec 23, 2003 | 12:54 AM
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I am still replacing combo switches...even in 2002 Modle year....yep you need a new one!!
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Old Jan 5, 2004 | 11:26 PM
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I just had mine replaced for this VERY same thing. The dealer kept telling me that there was nothing wrong. I finally grabbed the service writer and had her, yes HER, go for a ride to see that the signal was not canceling after the turn.

It seems that I have to take my car in 3 times for every one problem I want to have fixed. Arrgghh!!
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