D2 getting senile?

[cdodkin]

When I get into my D2 and drive away, for the first 15 mins or so, I get a delay with every use of the indicator.

I click the lever, and nothing happens for a few seconds - then the indicator operates as normal.

This happens in both directions - and keeps happening until the car is warmed up.

After it's warmed up - the indicator works as normal every time for the rest of the journey.

Come the next day - the delay is back.

Battery is good - D2 sits on a trickle charger if left more than a few days.

So, WTF is going on? :ack:

 

[Rover_Hokie]

I have the same issue for the past two years, but only when the outside temp is below 40 F or so. After things warm up, the engine and then the passenger compartment, about 20 minutes or so, all is well. I thought about looking at it, but just am careful when I first start out now.

Is there a flasher that plugs in somewhere like on other vehicles that can just be replaced?

 

[cdodkin]

I wonder if the 'relay' that handles flashing is the issue then?

Anyone know the part # and location?

 

[rovercanus]

It's not the relay, it is the light stalk. Change that and your problem will be solved.

 

[cdodkin]

Makes sense - on investigation I noted two relays for indicators, left and right - so unlikely that both have gone wonky in the same way.

I'll search on the indicator stalk and see what's involved - thx.

 

[rovercanus]

Makes sense - on investigation I noted two relays for indicators, left and right - so unlikely that both have gone wonky in the same way.

I'll search on the indicator stalk and see what's involved - thx.

It's an easy job. Remove the top and bottom steering column covers then it's a couple of small screw to remove. You'll have to turn your wheel about 90 degrees to get to them.