Howdy,
I have my new to me '02 Classic (in the picture).
I recently discovered that if I have my clearance lights on the turn signals will not function.
I am thinking either:
A. Bad ground somewhere
B. Bad signal stat
I am off this weekend to work on it but would appreciate some ideas before I just start a re-wire.
Possible ground issue
Discussion in 'Freightliner Forum' started by nightgunner, Jun 9, 2017.
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a few thoughts, check the hood wire harness i remember having problems there with my fld and the turn signals. replacement of the harness was cheap and easy and normal stock at the parts counter.
the other issue is rather than a flasher unit the turn signals are controlled by the computer board where the dash indicator lights are and known for failure.
also check your bulb connections if the bulb is in backwards or the power is getting crossed the marker could back feed the turn signal.nightgunner Thanks this. -
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Would it be possible there are too many lights on a single circuit?
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I had a problem when I picked up my truck that the turn signals wouldn't work with the lights on. They disconnected the chicken lights, and it's been working since. I'm going to try to hook these lights back up.
nightgunner Thanks this. -
I had the same type of issue and it turned out to be power cord for the trailer corroded and power was crossing over somehow .. also heard of people using those silver tail lights having to power cross over too ..
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I disconnected all the chicken lights and with the switch engaged the problem still persists. I am at a complete loss on this.
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i would start at the bulbs and work your way back threw the harness checking for rubs/cracks ect for anywhere that power might be getting from your parking light hot wire to your turn signal hot wire. also dont forget about your tractor tail lights.
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I unplugged the pig tail, no change. I am taking a break from it right now, have to get some yard work done.
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