Turn Signal lever is broke

[Indyharleyguy]

Hi All, I have a 1984 CUCV and I broke the turn signal lever,. The lever just has the blinkers/turn signal on it and the wiper/washer function on it, no delay wiper, however it would be great if it did. Anyways, I've read some threads and watched some YouTube videos and don't see anything exactly like mine.

Before the lever broke when I turned the left turn signal on it stayed like it was supposed to. But the to get the right turn signal to actually blink I had to hold the lever. I was holding it and I must have been holding it to hard when I broke it. Oh and then the left turn signal blinked just fine but the right side didn't blink. I'm assuming it's a turn signal relay that's causing that because the right side lights did come on. But even the inside on the dash the light never came on on the right hand side.

I do have 2 CUCV's that don't run and I was hoping to get parts off them as needed. I have multiple things going on. I've seen on some videos and I see how to just pull the turn signal lever out, and pull the wire back through the steering column.
On at least one of my broke CUCV's the right side lever stayed on when you turn it on but the left you had to hold it to make it work. I'm assuming that's a different problem?
So to fix just the broke turn signal all I should have to do is get a lever off one of my other trucks and replace the broken lever correct?

I've attached a photo of my fuse panel. I assume the round part is the turn signal relay?

 

[Guyfang]

Yes it is. In TM 9-2320-289, page 4-31, (Or pdf page # 275) There is a good picture of the fuse panel.

 

[Indyharleyguy]

Yes it is. In TM 9-2320-289, page 4-31, (Or pdf page # 275) There is a good picture of the fuse panel.

Thanks. It appears the turn signal lever is not the broken part but the part it attaches to? My windshield wipers and washer still work, just not the turn signals. Any thoughts?

 

[deank]

Without pictures and based on what you have posted, it sounds like it is time to replace the turn signal switch behind the steering wheel. 40 year old plastic becomes very brittle.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/shop/b/engine-sensors---emissions/body-switches/turn-signal-switch/2e19c17fec78/v/a/3454/automotive-truck-1984-chevrolet-k30-pickup-4wd?q=turn+signal+switch

 

[Buck69]

Does anything happen? blown bulbs and bad grounds can quickly cause signal issues on these old trucks.

 

[deank]

If you were having to “hold” the arm to make the right turn work, the plastic mechanical switch has physically broken.

 

[Indyharleyguy]

Does anything happen? blown bulbs and bad grounds can quickly cause signal issues on these old trucks.

Now, neither turn signals work, and the left one did right before I accidentally broke it. I've already ordered the part inside the steering column, thinking it might have been bad. But the black plastic part the turn signal lever connects to appears broken. I haven't found what that part is yet.

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[deank]

Good evening! Read your post above. The switch arm mounts into the wiper switch.

https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/standard-ignition/engine-sensors---emissions/body-switches/windshield-wiper-switch/08a5831767ab/standard-ignition-5-terminal-windshield-wiper-switch/std0/ds811/v/a/3454/automotive-truck-1984-chevrolet-k30-pickup-4wd?q=wiper+switch&pos=1

 

[WWRD99]

Might need one of these? Won't know until you pull the wheel off and the upper spring? You have the compressor tool to take that off? Once you get in there you'll be able to tell what's broke off. I've got a bunch of these signal switches.

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[Indyharleyguy]

Might need one of these? Won't know until you pull the wheel off and the upper spring? You have the compressor tool to take that off? Once you get in there you'll be able to tell what's broke off. I've got a bunch of these signal switches.

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Hi not sure what you're talking a compressor tool? Can you send me a link.


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[deank]

Here is a picture of the tool. It allows you to push the lock plate down so you can remove the snap ring.


the turn signal switch is below the lock plate.

 

[Indyharleyguy]

OK thanks. I've never seen a tool like that.

 

[WWRD99]

OK thanks. I've never seen a tool like that.

Yup, you'll need that plus a good pick to release the c clip. If you want or need a new ignition switch, now's a good time to swap that out, too.

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[Indyharleyguy]

Yup, you'll need that plus a good pick to release the c clip. If you want or need a new ignition switch, now's a good time to swap that out, too.

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My ignition switch seems to be working so not planning on touching it.

 

[Indyharleyguy]

I'm tearing into my old truck tomorrow to see if I can figure this out. I'm thinking the Standard Ignition 5 Terminal Windshield Wiper Switch is what broke?> Hoping to see if I can get it off my old truck. Not sure what tools I'll need until I try lol

 

[WWRD99]

My ignition switch seems to be working so not planning on touching it.

I hear that!! I like to pop a new one in when I have that apart...dang keys can be pretty worn out. Curious do you have a round ended key or a square one? Does one key open the doors and start it?

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[Indyharleyguy]

Hi Again. I've watched some videos on how to replace my wiper blade switch inside the steering column. I think it's beyond my capability. Is there anyone within a hundred miles of Indianapolis IN that I could hire to do this for me?

 

[WWRD99]

Hi Again. I've watched some videos on how to replace my wiper blade switch inside the steering column. I think it's beyond my capability. Is there anyone within a hundred miles of Indianapolis IN that I could hire to do this for me?

I'm in central Pa but would if I was in a heartbeat.