Q: Turn signal problem

asked by on December 24, 2016

When you apply the turn signal left or right, the rear of the car works perfectly. But the front of the car, both sides flash as though the 4 way is on. The directional relay under the hood is good. All bulbs have been changed, grounds have been cleaned and checked. The 4 way flasher in the dash board was also replaced. Do I need to replace the ignition switch in the column?

My car has 117000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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