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Turn Signal Problem Making Odometer Flash?

Old Oct 5, 2011 | 10:57 PM
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I just purchased a used 2000 Dodge Durango 5.9 & the other day, when I turned on the left turn signal, the odometer starting flashing with the signal. Then tonight when I turned on the left turn signal, it stayed lit, both on the dash & the rear light. Another time when I turned on the left signal, both the left & right would flash, but the left one was brighter. Would a bad relay cause this problem? Or could I possibly have a short somewhere? Thanks in advance.
 
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Old Oct 5, 2011 | 11:12 PM
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It very could be a relay. I would check all the bulbs first before replacing the combo relay. If you need to find the relay, just switch on the 4 way flashers.
 
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Old Oct 6, 2011 | 08:13 PM
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I would replace the multi-flasher, well it's the same thing Master is talking about. I think yours is in the drivers side dash compartment or up behind it.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 10:37 AM
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Thanks for the help, Master Tech & Hydra. I'm picking up a turn signal relay today....now the question is, how do I install it myself? Do I need to unhook the battery cables to do it?
 
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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 12:15 PM
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Nope, just pull the old one out and push the new one in.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 09:46 PM
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Just go to Auto Zone or your favorite auto parts store including the dealer and get a new one and plug it in.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2011 | 10:27 PM
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Thanks again for your help....replaced it today & so far, so good
 
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