Broken Hazard Switch Repair How-to!

[toybreaker]

yes $335

[99ExtremeSS]

Got damn i'm glad i found this. You people are the sh*t.

[toybreaker]

Quote: Originally Posted by toybreaker

Heh My electrical woes went off the deep end. I still have intermittent blinking issues(pulled the directional fuse. Both flashers are new)
It seems i have a bad ground in either my dash harness or blinker switch wiring.
I have replaced the computers(the one under the dash and the one in the kick panel) since they are installed they are used and not returnable. Can anyone tell me where the grounds are for to the dash items?
I have removed cleaned and reattached the harness grounds under the hood.
I still have the a/c heater issue where when it runs all the dash goes dead except the tach when the hvac switch is anywhere but off.
And now it doesn't run at all. Turn the key on and get no fuel pump kick in or spark when cranking.

anyone?

Turns out the Black box attached to the ignition switch was shorted. I accidently gave it a whack when replacing the Multifunction with a known good one brought all the lights in the dash on again. So i have spent and obscene amount of money on stuff that didn't need to be replaced.

[firefighter_0029]

I am so glad I found this just now. I broke mine off and the damn hazzard lights won't shut off. (I had to change the bulb for the high beam indicator, Tired of getting the high beams from other driver's because I forget to turn the damn things off)

I am so glad I'm not the only Dumbass that did this. I ordered the whole thing from the parts store. $245 I'm sure as hell not picking that thing up tomarrow. Off to the Dealer I go.

YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

[firefighter_0029]

Where did you find it on ebay? Yurns out I need the whole thing

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by firefighter_0029

Where did you find it on ebay? Yurns out I need the whole thing

How come you need the whole thing?

[firefighter_0029]

I tried to take a pic to show you guys but I can't get a good angle on it. One of the little copper pieces in the inside of the hole where the hazzard button goes is broke. I don't have brake lights or turn signals?

If someone has one with a broken hazzard button I'll take it. I got the repair kit yesterday. Mine is also black instead of red.

[firefighter_0029]

Can you check for me if this is the same part # as a Silverado 95-98? GMPartsDirect says it is but the parts store says there 2 differant part #'s.

[firefighter_0029]

I found out htey are the same. Escalades, Full Size trucks, and Astro Vans from 95-98 are the same as the S10, Jimmy, Sonoma, And Blazer 95-97.

If anyone needs a Hazzard Switch I have Red and Black. 2 of each. I'll sell them for $10 w/ Shipping.

[draggin350sonoma]

Quote: Originally Posted by firefighter_0029

I found out htey are the same. Escalades, Full Size trucks, and Astro Vans from 95-98 are the same as the S10, Jimmy, Sonoma, And Blazer 95-97.

If anyone needs a Hazzard Switch I have Red and Black. 2 of each. I'll sell them for $10 w/ Shipping.

PM sent. Just broke mine 10 minutes ago


I just got my painless wiring harness in a few days ago and had all the signals and lights working and I broke it test fitting my custom dash. Thanks to the forum for saving me some cash!

[K-1HybridVorteX]

does anyone knows exactly how does the hazard switch work? what do I mean is that I broke mine and followed the steps on the forum on how to replace ..which worked great; however it always makes me wonder if the broken switch would have worked if I had super glued the red piece back on top of the switch ? no...if no why not? I looked at the broken switch vs the new switch and they look exactly the same as in where it broke, seems like some super heavy super glue would have done it

k1

[SaltyOnionBalls]

Mine is broken, but I dont got no screw driver or anything in it, its fine..

I cant see why the hazard switch would be screwin' up my brake lights..

Im going to replace it this weekend, thanks!

[SaltyOnionBalls]

Just called the dealer the switch is $24

[rlith]

The reason the hazard switch and to an overall extention, the multifunction switch can cause brake light issues is because it's all tied into the same circuits. Going with just the hazard switch to start is far better than spending 250 on the multifunction switch... It's at least worth a shot.

[SaltyOnionBalls]

Yeah I installed it today with no problem now I have to see if my brake light fails.. if it does its prolly my brake switch, i checked the fuse and the bulb and they are all fine..

anyone know how much a brake switch costs approx.?

[Benush]

Accept my thanks, too! Yesterday trying to reinstall the dash piece I broke the switch and found this fantastic fix! $16+ and a few minutes later, life is good Unlike some other post, the local Chevrolet shop didn't try to "upsell" me anything. They brought out the part and asked if that's what I needed and I was ready to roll.

Thanks again for the great pictures and inexpensive fix.

[bill 4.3l 5spd]

Quote: Originally Posted by rlith

The reason the hazard switch and to an overall extention, the multifunction switch can cause brake light issues is because it's all tied into the same circuits. Going with just the hazard switch to start is far better than spending 250 on the multifunction switch... It's at least worth a shot.

i had a problem on my wife's 97 blazer with the brake lights, both lower brake lights and the 4 ways didnt work either. but the 3rd brake light worked. i called a dealer w/ this part # and it turns out it was a recall for that problem on certain blazers jimmy's and envoys

hope that helps someone too

[doc_rage]

Rlith! Thank you so damn much!

I broke the switch removing the bezel. I got as far as pulling the airbag, the column covers, etc and was ready to order a new turn signal assembly online, when I read this. Thanks again!

Just ordered it from gmpartsdirect.....crumbs, didn't realize it would take a week! Blah....guess I better be careful with the braking, etc.

[rudefyet]

pics no workie....anyone have this guide saved to their hd?

I NEED HELP!!!

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by rudefyet

pics no workie....anyone have this guide saved to their hd?

I NEED HELP!!!

Pics work again, forgot to move the directory over when we installed the new servers

[rudefyet]

well i tried it, but the turn signal flasher won't shut off still with the new switch in, the hazards turn off fine though...

not sure what the hell to do, i'm really pissed off right now, cause i spent $21 only to end up breaking it again...

[firefighter_0029]

I broke mine again too like a dumbass putting a new radio in yesterday.

Are you sure you have it in the whole way? Because you have to push it in pretty far.

Let me know. I think I still have another used assembly in the garage. I used it for awhile but It doesn't have Cruise. I'll look if you think you need it.

[TnHombre]

why/ HOW do you guys break these things?!?? i have remove my dash 20+ times at least and ive never broken mine........

[firefighter_0029]

You have a Stick Don't you? I've taken the one out in my S-10 and it's easy. But with an automatic you have the stick on the column in the way.

[3lue_by_u]

Wow am I Glad I found this sticky. I was installing a radio and a friend of mine was helping me and he pulled the dash bezel and broke my switch. I couldnt get my flashers to turn off so I took a screwdriver and jammed the broke piece back in the whole and they finally stopped flashing but now I have no turn signals. I will definitely be ordering this part and hopefully I didnt mess it up too bad when I jammed the screwdriver in there. we will see.

[DevilDriver]

added to how to section:
http://www.s10forum.com/how_to_broke..._switch_repair

[hermangarza]

will this switch work on a 2000 blazer?

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by hermangarza

will this switch work on a 2000 blazer?

Yes, as the how-to clearly states, it's for 95 and up

[hermangarza]

ill i might as well pick one up.

[pickardracing]

Wow. Wish I wouldve known about this before i dropped 2 hundo on a new multi-switch just yesterday....

****.

[need4speed2345]

did mine and works FINE!

[BlackEsDime]

wow, old thread... but EXTREMELY helpfull.

I actually broke it pulling the whole dash out, so i at least have a better excuse

[hermangarza]

mine works but as a i drive it sounds like if its on but its not just the sound.

[firefighter_0029]

Are you sure you have it in the whole way?

[hermangarza]

i think so, the lights dont go on just the sound when its off. but if turn it on it work perfectly

[97sdime]

I posted over 7 months ago that I was going to do this and i'm just now getting around to it... LOL

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by 97sdime

I posted over 7 months ago that I was going to do this and i'm just now getting around to it... LOL

Hehehe...

[toybreaker]

Quote: Originally Posted by hermangarza

i think so, the lights dont go on just the sound when its off. but if turn it on it work perfectly

I had that issue. My tail lights were blinking. No indication on the dash just the blinking sound.

[rudefyet]

Quote: Originally Posted by toybreaker

I had that issue. My tail lights were blinking. No indication on the dash just the blinking sound.

Same issue here when I replaced mine

Since my last post I just wedged down the new switch I broke w/ a screw

Haven't had a problem since, but then again, my hazards are definitely non-funtional, that and the screw probably damaged the multi-funtion unit, so when I want to fix it the right way, I'll have to spend a lot more cause of me being in a hurry...

[Shrike505]

i got a 96 blazer an the dealer looked it up an said thats not a recall for my truck but mine is still broke...the parts dept said they had to seel me the whole turn hazard switch.....Hell no Junk yard time

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by Shrike505

i got a 96 blazer an the dealer looked it up an said thats not a recall for my truck but mine is still broke...the parts dept said they had to seel me the whole turn hazard switch.....Hell no Junk yard time

You don't need the whole switch. Look at the part number that is at the top of the thread on the 1st page. That is all you would need and it's about 15 bux.

[zerbit13]

i couldnt get a grip on it with the pliers. any tips

[rlith]

Quote: Originally Posted by zerbit13

i couldnt get a grip on it with the pliers. any tips

Curve the end of the needle nose..

[miniblazinbmx]

Broke the switch, ordered the part, got the part, greased and put it in, works like a charm. Thanks a lot guys!

[juddspaintballs]

mine has been semi-broken for a year until yesterday. until then I had a twist tie holding the switch down (drilled a tiny hole in the steering column cover) but yesterday the switch finally came all the way off. I went to the close chevy dealer and the dumb parts guy said I had to buy the whole turn signal arm and switch along with it even though I could pull my old switch out. frustrated with the guy i went to the other dealership taking along the part number listed in the beginning of this thread. i got the part for $23.01 after tax, installed it in the parking lot and it works great.

[rlith]

You should have broght the switch over to the other parts guy and shoved it in his face..I would have.

[juddspaintballs]

I would have too but it was at home in the trash and I drove my parents grand cherokee over. I'll just keep using the other dealership now. I like it better, they have a much bigger parts dept.

[rammar1186]

Where can I purchase this kit?

[juddspaintballs]

any GM parts dealer. Most GM dealerships have a parts counter somewhere

[slammed_98s10]

well ever since iv had my truck the hazard switch has been broke off. didnt really care until today... i found the switch in the dash somewhere and put it in teh whole adn pressed to see wat would happen. well my hazard lights came on. so i did it again adn it seemed to be workin fine... but like the dumb ass i am after reading this before i leave the switch in just settin there while im takein out the dash. well it hits it. i figured it would be fine since it was already broke off. but a itty bitty little screw fell out with it.. when that happened my hazard lights started blinking. i tryed to push in the hazard thingy again. but it didnt work.. so i just took out the hazard light fuse from under neith the hood.... well i thought it worked... but my speedometer does not work.. nor do my turn signals. and when i hit the breaks all my turnsignal lights and and such turn on... wat do i do... i dont like drivein like this.. cause one of my lights is out and its a pediddle every time hit teh break.. help.