dimmer switch
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dimmer switch
hello ,im new here. I just purchased a 77. its in real nice condition,but needs a few things. my question is about the dimmer /turn/ wiper switch. when the tilt column is all the way up my dimmer wont work when tilted down a bit it does work. is this the normal operation? thanks for any info.
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hello ,im new here. I just purchased a 77. its in real nice condition,but needs a few things. my question is about the dimmer /turn/ wiper switch. when the tilt column is all the way up my dimmer wont work when tilted down a bit it does work. is this the normal operation? thanks for any info.
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You may need to adjust/tighten the dimmer switch located on the bottom of the column under the dash. A rod runs the length of the column from the turn signal lever to the switch. It may have come loose over the last 35+ years.
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I checked the play in the tilt column and it seem to be tight. when you move it into different positions it locks in. but the tilt lever parts that I can see are sloppy back and forth. is this something that can be tightened up. I will look on the bottom of the column to see if the dimmer needs adjusting. since my wiper / turn signals/ and dimmer are all on the same lever is there just one replacement part or several for each function? thanks
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I checked the play in the tilt column and it seem to be tight. when you move it into different positions it locks in. but the tilt lever parts that I can see are sloppy back and forth. is this something that can be tightened up. I will look on the bottom of the column to see if the dimmer needs adjusting. since my wiper / turn signals/ and dimmer are all on the same lever is there just one replacement part or several for each function? thanks
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the dimmer switch is actually located on the top side,
right next to the iginition switch, you probable need to lower the column to access.
lossen bolts, and slide the switch towards the steering wheel.
right next to the iginition switch, you probable need to lower the column to access.
lossen bolts, and slide the switch towards the steering wheel.
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I found it and fixed it! just need to adjust it a bit and works like a charm!!