Multifunction switch How do I get into the steering column of a 2001 Hundai Accent GL to replace the multifunction switch for signals/flashers?

The brake switch at the pedal does have six wires, but none go to the multifunction switch (on the steering column). The white wire with tan tracer goes to the combination flasher to be integrated with the turn signals/hazard lights. The combination flasher is under the dash next to the steering column and has a sixteen pin connector (ten of which have wires).

In the steering column. The lever you move to activate your turn signals, high/low beam headlights, wipers and washers is part of the multifunction switch.

Remove the clamshell, the semi-circular shaped trim cover that sits on the top of the steering column just in front of the steering wheel. The hazard flasher button protrudes through this piece of trim. The clamshell can be unseated by prying gently on the edges with the screwdriver. Set the clamshell aside.
Remove the multifunction switch retaining screw with the Philips screwdriver. The screw is located in the body of the switch, holding it to the steering column.
Disconnect the wiring harness from the multifunction switch by hand and lift it out of the steering column.
Put the replacement multifunction switch in position and reinstall the retaining screw with the Philips screwdriver. Connect the wiring harness back into the body of the multifunction switch.
Place the clamshell back in position, making sure the hazard flasher button protrudes through the hole and push down gently until the clamshell snaps back into position. In some model years, you may need to coax the retaining clips on the edges of the clamshell into the seats on the connecting trim panels.
Test the turn signals, head lights and hazard flashers before driving the Expedition.
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That sounds like the multifunction switch is the fault. The flasher on this vehicle is part of the hazzard switch. It recieves power for turn flashing from the turn signal switch. It is very common for the turnsignal (multifunction) switch to become worn and supply partial power to the flasher (hazzard switch) when not on which results in this fast clicking without any lights on. To be certian without taking out any tools whatsoever the next time the clicking happens jiggle the turn signal switch and see if it goes away or changes at all. If it does you need the turn signal switch. I'm going to include replacement instructions for that below because I am confident that is what you will need. Please ask if you have any further questions.



Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Disable the supplemental inflatable restraints (SIR).




Remove the tilt lever.
Remove the 3 Torx® head screws from the lower column shroud (3).
Remove the upper column shroud (1) tilting up and unsnapping from the lower column shroud hinges (3).
Remove the lower column shroud (3) from the steering column (2).
Remove the Torx® head screws (1) from the multifunction switch (2).
Object Number: 442014 Size: SH

Disconnect the electrical connectors (3) from the multifunction switch (1).
Remove the multifunction switch (1) from the column (2).
Installation Procedure




Position the multifunction switch (1) on the steering column (2).
Connect the electrical connectors to the multifunction switch (1).


Install the Torx® head screw (1) to the multifunction switch (2).

Tighten
Tighten the screw to 6 N·m (53 lb in).



Install the lower column shrouds (3) to the steering column (2).
Install the upper column shroud (1) to the steering column (2).


Install the Torx® head screws to the lower steering column shroud (3).

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).
Install the tilt lever.
Enable the SIR system.
Connect the negative battery cable.
Ensure that the multifunction switch functions properly.

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Hope helps.

The turn signal flasher for a 2000 Mercury Mystique is located at the top of the steering column on the back of the multifunction switch. It plugs into terminals 31, 49 and 49A shown in the picture below.

You can get to it by removing the screws and taking the steering column shroud off.

The place to buy one would be at an auto parts store. (Just pick one...they should all have it.)

Multifunction Turn Signal Lever Replacement - On Vehicle

Removal Procedure

1. Verify that the multifunction turn signal lever is in the center of the OFF position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disable the SIR system.
4. Remove the steering wheel.
5. Remove the steering column trim cover.
6. Remove the steering column knee bolster.
7. Remove the steering column wire harness (1) from the steering column wire harness retainer (2).
8. Remove the 2 wire harness straps from the steering column wire harness (1).
9. Remove the steering column bulkhead connector from the vehicle wire harness.
10. Disconnect the connectors from the multifunction turn signal lever steering column bulkhead connector.

1. Remove the retaining bolts (1) from the multifunction turn signal lever (2).
2. Remove the multifunction turn signal lever (2) from the steering column.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the multifunction turn signal lever (2). Use a small flat-blade in order to compress the electrical contact and move the multifunction turn signal lever into position.
2. Verify that the electrical contact rests on the canceling cam.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precaution.

1. Install the retaining bolts to the multifunction turn signal lever.

• Tighten the retaining bolts to 7 Nm (62 inch lbs.) .

1. Connect the gray and black connectors to the multifunction turn signal lever steering column bulkhead connector.
2. Connect the steering column bulkhead connector to the vehicle wire harness.
3. Install the two wire harness straps to the steering column wire harness (1).
4. Install the steering column wire harness (1) to the steering column wire harness retainer (2).
5. Install the steering column knee bolster.
6. Install the steering column trim cover.
7. Verify that the lever is in the center or the OFF position.
8. Install the steering wheel to the steering column.
9. Enable the SIR system.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.

I hope this helps you.

Thanks

2001 Mercury Cougar 2.5L SFI HO 6cyl
Right Side Blinker or Turn Signal Lights work with FLASHERS; the Flasher is located top of the steering column, on the multifunction switch.

Hope this helped; good luck.

You may want to try and replace your flasher...not the fuse.




Costs about $11.00

they are under the dash, but its highly unlikly that both would go bad at the same timeyour promlem is probly in the steering colum

I'm leaning towards a bad multifunction switch on your steering column.

symptom chart

• The turn signal lamps are never on

• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 27 (15A).
• Circuitry.
• Electronic flasher.
• Multifunction switch.
• CJB.

• Go To Pinpoint Test K .

• The hazard lamps are inoperative

• Central junction box (CJB) fuse 18 (20A).
• Circuitry.
• Electronic flasher.
• Multifunction switch.
• CJB.

• Go To Pinpoint Test M .

Multifunction Switch Removal and Installation

1. Remove the ignition switch lock cylinder.
   1. Insert the ignition key into the lock cylinder and turn to the RUN position.
   1. Push the ignition switch lock cylinder release tab with a punch while pulling out the ignition switch lock cylinder.

1. If equipped, twist the tilt wheel handle and shank and remove.

1. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.
   1. Remove the screws.
   1. Remove the upper and lower steering column shrouds.

1. Remove the multifunction switch.
   1. Remove the screws.
   1. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
   1. Remove the multifunction switch.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

You can do this. You don't even have to remove the steering wheel.
Buy the part at tascafordparts.com for about 35% off too.

Please rate as fixya if this fixes your issue and report back on success. good luck.