Turn signal problems

[Strongheart2012]

I have a 95 Chevy Tahoe 4x4 and when I try to use my right turn signal, it acts like the hazards are on and all the lights start flashing. Also when I turn my lights on the right hand turn signal light is on in the dash. Left hand turn signal works as it should. I have no clue where to start to fixing this problem.

 

[02Lightning]

I think the first thing I would look at, is the turn signal switch in the column.

 

[kbuskill]

I would check your bulbs on the right hand side.... If the turn signal filament in one of your bulbs broke and is now making contact with the parking light filament it would back feed power through to the other side making it look like your four ways were on and when the parking lights were turned on it would back feed power through your turn signal wiring and illuminate the indicator on your dash.

Start the truck and turn on the right turn signal and then start pulling bulbs... When it stops flashing both sides you have found your problem.

My 2 cents.

 

[PG01]

X2 on the bulbs....always does that when a bulb is out, then check all your grounds....

 

[02Lightning]

I would check your bulbs on the right hand side.... If the turn signal filament in one of your bulbs broke and is now making contact with the parking light filament it would back feed power through to the other side making it look like your four ways were on and when the parking lights were turned on it would back feed power through your turn signal wiring and illuminate the indicator on your dash.

Start the truck and turn on the right turn signal and then start pulling bulbs... When it stops flashing both sides you have found your problem.

My 2 cents.

Wow, never had that problem. Makes sense.

 

[cmc76]

report back what you find if you would. I had a whole mess of issues with my multi function switch. Misbehaving signals, as well as brights coming on during signaling. I replaced the switch, and now on occasion i still get the issue with both signals coming on when i signal right.

 

[PG01]

Wow, never had that problem. Makes sense.

My old 97 work van did it all the time.

 

[Strongheart2012]

Ok so the only bulbs I have for the turn signals are the side markers. One was out changed it and still don't work. Swapped build to other side to make sure bulb was good and checked good.

 

[PG01]

Sure about that, under the headlights in the grill you should have signals
This is a 95 tahoe right?

 

[PG01]

 

[Strongheart2012]

I'm almost pretty sure it's in my turn signal light. I unplugged right led side of the lamp and installed factory bulb and everything works fine now

 

[Strongheart2012]

Yes 95 tahoe only light bulbs on it are the hid headlights and side markers

 

[Strongheart2012]

But it was a wire coming from the led turn signal connection

 

[BrianBrianBrian]

You're welcome in advance.

I had almost the same crazy thing happening to my lights. It drive me nuts for two years. I replaced bulbs, made sure they all were there correct ones, replaced the entire light housing with new contacts, checked wires for continuity.... Still couldn't figure out why the craziness was happening. I searched the entire internet for answers and one sunny day I started to see a pattern of people replacing their indicator switch on the steering column. In order to fix your problem you need to buy a new cruise control/indicator switch. For some reason this GM part fails over time.

If you still need proof, just read the comments from others that purchased the part on Amazon. You'll start to see a pattern much similar to yours. I did this on my 1998 2dr Tahoe.

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[BrianBrianBrian]

Just now noticed you're using LED? If I recall correctly, in order to use LED bulbs in older model GM trucks you'll need to install several other parts that are needed in order for power continuity to be the correct voltage. LED requires less voltage thus your your current wiring will need some kind of converter. Do your research. I'm pretty sure LED bulbs are not just plug and play on older model vehicles.