Is this thing both a switch and the actual flasher so there is no "traditional" flasher in a C5?




thanks,

Rick

 

Yes it is the flasher and the switch in one unit. Replaced mine in my 2001 coupe.

there is no traditional flasher unless someone has done the mod to bypass pictured switch for turn signal operation.

 

Darn, I was hoping to see some ***** being flashed

 

Here is the internal design. Let me know if you have any questions. The flasher inside rarely fails, but the turn signal switch contacts can cause problems. That is why pressing the Hazard button several times can swipe the turn signal switch contacts and make the turn signal work again for a while.

The switch contacts I am referring to are fed by the Pink power wire via terminal/pin C in the schematic.

 

It looks like if a guy wanted to install a heavy duty flasher he might cut the pink to grab 12+, splice into the black on A for GND and then replace the ppl on H with the output from the new heavy duty flasher..

Am i missing something?

thanks!

 

Yes, that what's done on the bypass harnesses or DIY hazard bypass. But, the bypass often only uses the pink and purple.

 

You don't have to cut into anything however. Locate the interim harness that feeds the Hazard switch, you can just remove the pins/terminals from the connector right under the dash between the steering column and the console.

Same connector that a Hyperflash unit plugs into.

 

Worked like a charm, gentlemen... Thank you all!!

 

Here is a write up I did so if anyone searches on this thread.

Here are 4 ways to fix a turn signal Hazard switch issue.

1. Remove the console and radio surround bezel and remove and replace the Hazard switch. Cost about $25 for a new switch and can be done in about 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Very easy to do, not hard or really complicated.

After removing the console and radio bezel you need to remove the radio. If you look at your replacement switch you will see the 2 green tabs on the top and bottom that lock it in place. You will be able to see the lower one when the radio is removed. Push up on the lower tab with a screwdriver while pressing in on the lower part of the switch and you can release the lower tab. Now the switch should be angled up on the end where the wiring connects. Now take a large flat bladed screw driver and place it at the top of the switch. Give the screwdriver a swift rap with a hammer. DON’T overdo it, just a reasonable hard hit and the switch will just pop out.

How to remove the console and bezel for access to the radio:

http://www.vetteessentials.com/instr...zel_howto.html

2. Buy a Hyperflash unit for about $65 and install it under the dash. Just requires removing the Knee bolster. About a 1/2 hour job.

3. Buy a used wiring harness that goes from the steering column to the hazard switch. Remove the knee bolster and unplug the existing one and install the replacement. Then install the new Hazard switch on the other end and just place it under the ignition switch where you can access it if you ever need Hazards. Dash will look stock since the old bad switch is still there. Cost is $25 for switch and about $25 for used harness. Takes the same time as installing a Hyperflash unit.

Here is info on the wiring harness:

GM P/N 12163776

http://www.corvetterecycling.com/product-p/233776.htm


4. Lastly, this is what I did. A relocation similar to #3 but I used the process in #1 to move the existing wiring harness to beneath the ignition switch where I placed a new Hazard switch. I then reinstalled the old Hazard switch in the dash for a stock appearance.

Here is a link for relocation:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...elocation.html