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Jul 22nd, 2019, 08:19 | #1 |
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P1800S Indicators
The indicators on my P1800S (1966) stopped working yesterday. Where is the indicator relay? I found what it looks like on Brookhouse but cannot see it on the steering column. Do I need to remove the steering wheel? If so, how do I do that?
I have the type where the indicators are on the left and the overdrive is on the right of the steering wheel. The main beam flasher still works on the indicator stalk. In the time that I've owned the car the indicators have worked but the stalk doesn't stay in place and flicks back off - don't know if this is where the trouble may lie? Thanks in advance. |
Jul 22nd, 2019, 12:59 | #2 |
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Directional Indicators are an Ign Powered load, so I'd first verify another Ign powered load had power...this verifies Fuse 2 and associated connections are intact and supplying power. Then move on to Blinker Element (Steering Wheel does not have to be removed, but it is located under Dashboard (sorry!), in order for driver to be able to hear the reminder clicking). Main Beam Flasher Relay is independent, and separate, and located on Relay Panel in the engine compartment, where VReg is also located. Notes on 1800 BE (three terminal, unlike 122, which has a two terminal type): https://www.sw-em.com/Blinker_Relay_...lement_in_1800 Note also that original BE will not function if you have (or decide to) change to LED lamps as it needs the higher current which incandescent lamps draw. I'd proceed by locating BE, making certain connections are clean and snug (ideally, reconnect with a dab of ACZP on terminals. Reference: https://www.sw-em.com/anti_corrosive_paste.htm)...if still no joy, consider replacement...remove BE and take it with you to match it with a replacement (verify terminal nomenclatures of potential replacements to be the same: L, B, P!) Indicator Lever not returning is a separate mechanical issue, having to do with "Cancelling Collar" and Returning Lever interaction (Reference: https://www.sw-em.com/Directional_In..._Mechanism.htm ...written for 122, but quite applicable to 1800!), often caused by debris (or Fido hairs!) in the precision mechanism, and/or a lack of lubrication...you might have enough access to flush it with lots of WD-40 (this might be the FIRST time I actually recommended the use to that stuff, which I generally dislike!) because it is mostly solvent, and that's whats called for here!...if that restores proper operation, you should lube switch and mechanism subsequently with a proper long-term lube (like spray white or lithium grease) after that! Good Hunting! PS; While were on the subject of fuses in an early 1800...: Change your Fuse 3 to an 8 or 10A rated fuse! See: https://www.sw-em.com/tech_bulletin_4.htm |
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Jul 22nd, 2019, 19:20 | #3 |
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Thanks Ron, after a careful read, I think I can just about follow.
What does the Blinker Element look like? I did a Google search but only got indicator stalk and lenses. |
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Jul 23rd, 2019, 13:17 | #5 |
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Ok, so the blinker element is the indicator relay.
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Jul 23rd, 2019, 17:23 | #6 |
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Ray;
Correct! ...it's just semantics with variations in usage between our two countries (...I've heard it said: Divided by a common language!)...main and important thing is: We understand each other! I don't typically call this component a Relay because although it has an internal contact, it is self-controlled (either thermally of electronically). I reserve the term Relay for a magnetically activated contactor where coil current is externally controllable. ...the term B Element immediately differentiates it from one of those devices... Cheers Edit: Thanks Cassell for providing PN and link (and yes, I notice they call it an Ind. Relay...no surprise located in UK!). Note that it has 3 terminals as required for the 1800, and a mounting tab...I don't believe it is necessary for proper function to electrically connect this tab to chassis, but it is still nice to secure it to keep it from flopping around under the dashboard unnecessarily, and being a potential vibration source. Last edited by Ron Kwas; Jul 23rd, 2019 at 17:33. |
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Jul 28th, 2019, 17:26 | #8 |
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I think I’ve located the ‘relay’. Theres no corrosion, it looks fairly new. It’s cold when indicators are off and warm when switched on either way. This fact leads me to believe it’s not a blown fuse or there will be no power getting to it. Looks like I need a new relay.
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No Indicators or Hazard Warning Lights 1800E 1970
I recently changed my indicator/headlamp flash stalk. All good, everything functioning, but now two weeks later and my indicators and hazards have failed completely. I immediately assumed it was something clumsy I'd done in fitting the stalk unit, but after reading this forum post, I now believe it to be the indicator relay (or blinker element in the US of A!).
Thank you (again!) Ron Kwas for the lovely wiring diagram in this forum. Good power at fuses 4 & 9. Good power at indicator relay's Yellow (ign off) and W-GN (ign on). The indicator relay gives a single faint click when I operate the hazard switch and another single faint click when I push the hazard switch back in. I'm pretty certain the problem is the indicator relay, but if there's a clever soul out there with any other ideas to test, I'd love to hear them ! Oh, one other thing, Ron, your post mentioned the extra power drawn by LED lights, which my car does have. Could this have knackered the relay? Thanks as always. |
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