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Blinkers acting up - 4/23/2005 3:24:46 PM

slee22

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When I turn on my blinkers (this happens on both sides) they will blink normally, blink really fast twice, then blink normally a couple times, then stop all together. After they stop, if I turn them on again, they'll work ok. It's sort of nuisance, besides that, I'll probably end up getting a ticket. Any ideas?
Thanks.

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/23/2005 4:15:03 PM

jprukop

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I have the EXACT same problem on my 2003 Audi A6 3.0. Is it the blinker relay? This problem is irritating.. I am actually one who uses his blinker and I drive in heavy traffic in Houston, TX.

Blinker suggestions? Help?

Jeff

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/23/2005 5:20:58 PM

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id think relay aswell....get it checked out

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/23/2005 10:56:38 PM

slee22

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Thanks. Do you know where the relay is located?

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/24/2005 10:29:36 AM

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prolly in the fuse box. not sure tho. still have to explore my new a6 aswell. i wouldnt think it would be anywhere else, cept fuse panel

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/25/2005 11:06:09 AM

RAF

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I think you may find out it is the hazard switch. Same thing happening to mine. Now they have stopped altogether. Even the parts counter guy said it was the hazard switch. RAF

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/28/2005 6:26:36 PM

SAFE4NOW

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Hazard switch + Turn Signal relay = same thing. My guess would be it's your problem. Pretty easy to replace, just be careful when you pull the surrounding trim.

Steve

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/29/2005 7:00:49 PM

S4sweetee

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whats up here? my husbands '03 A4 is doing the same thing. i think its a conspiracy.

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 4/29/2005 11:11:42 PM

slee22

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Alright, where do I get a relay/hazard switch? I don't have a local Audi dealer

, so I guess I'll have to order one.
Funny thing: I went on a business trip (5 hour drive) and the blinkers worked the whole way, for two days. Then I get back home, and they do the same crap again. Maybe I have a blinker demon at home

Edit: How does the trim come off?

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 5/9/2005 9:09:28 PM

jprukop

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* BUMP *

Help?

Jeff

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 5/10/2005 1:22:20 PM

slee22

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It was the hazard relay switch. Got it for $26. Fixed the problem.
I used a knife to pop off the trim which is held in place by 4 clips.
Then I used needle-nose pliers to pull out the old hazard switch. Unhook the harness, plug the new one in.
I got the switch from here:
Clicky

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RE: Blinkers acting up - 5/13/2005 11:20:34 AM

ArtsA6Q

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You guys haven't changed your blinker fluid yet, huh? It's okay, easily overlooked.