My blinkers did not work ~ 5% of the time, and was diagnosed from the Dealor as a defective 4-way flasher sensor. The cost of the sensor is nominal, but they want $400+ to replace it (4+hrs labor). Does anyone know an easy way / optional to do this? Seems like way to much labor for a sensor.

 

Insanity at it's best..........post this in tech and surely someone has a link.........45 min. job at best.

 

You did not fill out your profile, so I did not know what year your car is. Here is procedure for 2000:

-I did not include all the sections, it goes on and on . . .

Document ID# 472215
2000 Chevrolet/Geo Corvette


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Hazard Warning Switch Replacement
Removal Procedure




Remove the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.
Remove the air distribution duct and the center air outlet from the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Air Outlet Replacement - Center in HVAC.
Remove the hazard warning switch from the center air outlet. CAREFULLY release the switch retaining tabs from the rear of the air outlet, then pull to remove the switch. The hazard warning switch button will release from the switch.
Installation Procedure




Install the hazard warning switch to the center air outlet. Align the switch to the rear of the air outlet, then push to secure the switch.
Install the center air outlet and the air distribution duct to the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Air Outlet Replacement - Center in HVAC.



Install the hazard warning switch button. Align the button to the switch, then push to secure.
Position the switch in the off position.
Install the I/P upper trim pad. Refer to Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper in Instrument Panel, Gauges and Console.

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Trim Pad Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Upper
Removal Procedure




Remove the console. Refer to Console Replacement .
Remove the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
Remove the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
Remove the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
Remove the windshield defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
Insert the DRL and sunload sensors, if equipped, into the nearest openings in the windshield defroster duct. Moving the sensors into the defroster duct provides additional clearance to remove the trim pad.
Remove the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the defroster duct.
Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the LH and RH hinge pillars.



Remove the screws retaining the IP cluster bezel to the upper trim pad.
Remove the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the driver knee bolster outer bracket and the center support bracket.
Remove the screw retaining the upper trim pad to the passenger SIR bracket.



Tilt the steering wheel to the lowest position.
Lift the rearward edge of the upper trim pad approximately 5 cm (2 in) to provide clearance for the air distribution duct located on the underside of the trim pad.
SLOWLY pull the upper trim pad away from the windshield while guiding the tabs on the LH and RH side of the trim pad past the hinge pillars.



Disconnect the hazard warning switch electrical connector.
Remove the upper trim pad from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure




Connect the hazard warning switch electrical connector.



Install the IP upper trim pad into position.
Tilt the forward edge of the trim pad down slightly.
SLOWLY begin to move the trim pad into position while guiding the tabs on the LH and RH side of the trim pad past the hinge pillars.
Locate the trim pad by guiding the alignment notch on the underside of the pad onto the alignment pin on the dash panel.
Lower the rearward edge of the pad into place.
Remove the DRL and sunload sensors, if equipped, from the openings in the windshield defroster duct and position above the trim pad.




Notice
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


Install the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the windshield defroster duct. Tighten
Tighten the IP upper trim pad to windshield defroster duct screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

Install the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the LH and RH hinge pillars. Tighten
Tighten the IP upper trim pad to LH and RH hinge pillar screws to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).





Install the screws retaining the upper trim pad to the driver knee bolster outer bracket, the center support bracket and the passenger SIR bracket. Tighten
Tighten the IP upper trim pad to driver knee bolster outer bracket screw to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).
Tighten the IP upper trim pad to IP center support bracket screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).
Tighten the IP upper trim pad to passenger SIR bracket screw to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).
Install the screws retaining the IP cluster bezel to the upper trim pad. Tighten
Tighten the IP cluster bezel to IP upper trim pad screws to 1.3 N·m (12 lb in).

Install the windshield side garnish moldings. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
Install the windshield defroster grille. Refer to Defroster Grille Replacement .
Install the instrument panel compartment. Refer to Compartment Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) .
Install the driver knee bolster trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Knee Bolster .
Install the IP accessory trim plate. Refer to Trim Plate Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Accessory .
Install the console. Refer to Console Replacement .

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Document ID# 636707
2000 Chevrolet/Geo Corvette


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Console Replacement
Removal Procedure




Remove the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel (convertible). Refer to Compartment Lid Extension - Folding Top Stowage in Interior Trim.
Open the console door.
Pull up on the rear of the electronic traction control, ride control switch (2) in order to release the retaining clips; if the switch does not release from the trim plate, perform the following steps:
Carefully insert a screwdriver into the recess located at the rear of the switch.
Gently pull up the rear of the switch.
Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the switch.



Disconnect the LED connector (1) from the wiring harness connector (2).
Remove the switch.



Using a small flat bladed screwdriver, carefully remove the console retaining nut covers.
Remove the nuts retaining the rear of the console.
Remove the nuts retaining the front of the console and the IP accessory trim plate.
Lift the rear of the console slightly and pull rearward to release the front of the console from under the IP accessory trim plate.



Disconnect the electrical connector from the electrical accessory plug.
Unscrew to remove the console electrical accessory plug retainer from the console electrical accessory plug housing.
Remove the electrical accessory plug housing from the console.



Disconnect the electrical connector from the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch.
Remove the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch from the console. Turn the console over and carefully insert a small flat bladed screwdriver to release the switch tabs.
Remove the console from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure




Install the fuel door release, rear lift window release (export) switch to the console. Align the switch, then push to secure.
Connect the electrical connector to the switch.



Install the electrical accessory plug housing to the console. Check that the cover plug is in place on the accessory plug housing.
Install the electrical accessory plug retainer onto the accessory plug housing. Screw the retainer onto the housing until secure.
Connect the electrical connector to the electrical accessory plug.




Important
Be sure to install the front of the console UNDER the rear of the IP accessory trim plate.


Install the console into position. Insert the front of the console under the rear of the IP accessory trim plate.
Loosely install the console retaining nuts.

Notice
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


Position the console to the IP accessory trim plate (at the front) and the floor extension carpet (at the rear) for best appearance. Tighten
Tighten the console retaining nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).





Connect the electrical connector (1) to the electronic traction control, ride control switch.



Connect the LED connector (1) to the wiring harness connector (2).
Insert the electronic traction control, ride control switch front retaining tab under the edge of the IP accessory trim plate.
Lower the rear of the switch into position, then push to secure the retaining clips.
Close the console door.
Install the folding top stowage compartment lid extension panel (convertible). Refer to Compartment Lid Extension - Folding Top Stowage in Interior Trim.

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Do a search, I think Englandgreen posted a DIY short cut on this.

 

I have previoulsy posted this link to a short cut for replacing the hazard switch....

http://myweb.cableone.net/kd5fx/HSwitch/HSwitch.htm