172 Indicator Problem

[fUbAr]

Ok, heres the scenario... im at a junction signalling right. I turn right and let the indicator cancel automatically. However, the indicator stalk keeps going and i end up signalling left when i dont want to.

It only happens when i centre the steering wheel quite fast, but its annoying.

Is there a cure for this, and does it happen to anyone else?

 

[rory182]

try a new shape vauxhall vectra or similar its a major pain in the ass, u cant cancel them it keeps signalling the other way like u said.

 

[fUbAr]

well its supposed to automatically cancel, but it goes past the half way point and signals left when i turn quickly.

it doesnt do it turning the other way.

 

[Da]

maybe the selector on the steering column is a bit loose? You had the wheel off at all? Might be worth taking it off and having a look.

 

[fUbAr]

Quote: Originally posted by Daz_2427 on 21 August 2005

maybe the selector on the steering column is a bit loose? You had the wheel off at all? Might be worth taking it off and having a look.

nope, never had the wheel off... the cover behind the wheel ive had off tho.

do you think its just a loose bolt? it only does it on right hand turns.

 

[Tonys]

Mine does exactly the same.

Let me know if you find anything.

 

[fUbAr]

bump

 

[brian182]

its only a plastic ring that cancels the indicator that sits below the steering wheel, you will probably find its the spring in the stalk thats at fault ,i.e worn , try centering the wheel and indicate left and right and you will feel less drag whilst indicating right .new stalk is the only cure it only gets worse lol.

brian

 

[16v_jon]

behine the steering wheel there is a unit that controls all that, there is a plastic ring that keeps it all tight , this sometimes pops out ... all you do is pull the steering wheel off and push the plastic ring back in , just clips in

 

[skinner]

Mine does exactly the same. Indicate right, straighten up quickly and it indicates left.

Think of it as a feature rather than a fault...