Q: I just replaced my Turn Signal Switch, signals stopped working, but my flashers work.

asked by on January 30, 2018

Just replaced turn signal switch because the factory one stopped working. The new switch stopped working 2 days after replacement. Flashers work. Airbag light and and ESP are now on.

My car has 110000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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