2007 Right turn signal turns on Brights - SOLVED

[okfoz]

2007 Tahoe LTZ 4x4 5.3 Flex, 279,000 miles
When I turn the right turn signal on, sometimes it likes to flash my bright lights, I just have to touch the lever and the brights will turn off. I know it is the switch wearing out, but is it servicable or just get a whole new switch.

 

[okfoz]

IDK how to delete the thread, I just ordered a new unit. Appears to be quite easy to install. About 10 min.

 

[Fless]

No need to delete the thread. We just ask that you come back after your repair and report on your success. Positive thoughts...

 

[Joseph Garcia]

^^^x2^^^ on reporting back with your results.

 

[swathdiver]

2007 Tahoe LTZ 4x4 5.3 Flex, 279,000 miles
When I turn the right turn signal on, sometimes it likes to flash my bright lights, I just have to touch the lever and the brights will turn off. I know it is the switch wearing out, but is it servicable or just get a whole new switch.

Haven't seen you around in a while, what's new?

 

[okfoz]

Not a whole lot, the ole Tahoe is running good, really have not had many issues with it. Ended up buying a new vehicle to ultimately replace it but for now I am going to keep my 2007 as a winter vehicle until it completely dies.

 

[okfoz]

UPdate: Ended up purchasing a new turn signal 15849314 from GM Parts Direct, ended up paying $34.05 + $12.45 for Shipping total of $45.50. The switch is easy to swap out, you do need a size 25 Torx bit (preferably a driver) a small flat screw driver or a pick. Pretty straight forward.
1) Raise column all the way up, pull out column adjustment leaver.
2) pull off bottom half of plastic on column.
3) using your finger in the adjustment leaver hole (don't get pinched) lower the column all the way down
4) Turn the steering Wheel 90° to the Left (Top of wheel to left side to access bolt)
5) remove bolt facing you and the bolt on top
6) start unplugging wires.
7) THere is one wire that goes into the column that can be tricky, you need a pick or small flat screw driver for this one.
8) ONce everything is removed, use needle nose pliers to plug in the one wire in the column, plug in all the other connectors,
9) Reassemble.

Pretty easy, took me 20 min or so to complete.

 

[Joseph Garcia]

Thank you for posting the detailed solution to your issue. Much appreciated.

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