Hey all.
My indicator stalk is worn and is very annoying as when in the neutral position the flash-to-pass often comes on, resulting in a dead battery. It has happened a few times and is very annoying!
A nutzer kindly sold me a new entire switch mechanism.
I have removed the steering wheel, removed the boss and removed the spring. I have also unplugged all three wiring connectors from the switch.
How do I get it off? I could just yank it but don't want to snap anything!
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Greetings and welcome to menders, this site was built for every owner that might need her to help keep those bills low and also keep them on the road where they belong, she is run by very passionate enthusiasts owners for passionate enthusiastic owners, see her like a on line garage, there is a lot of tech stuff hopefully explained for everyone to use, if there is something you cannot get your head around, or you feel that there is a strong walk through guide missing that needs creating by one of us or from yourselves, please let us know, we are also on false book and youtube, which as short tech vids to help, and again if you feel there is a vid that would help please get it touch.
the menders is free, but like everything there is a cost to run things and bills( we are just happy its not a heating cost), so if we have saved you hundreds, please throw a small donation in the pot so we can keep on going to carry on helping others in the same way .
*** we are currently looking for a sponsor for this year, so if you have the passion and can see this sites worth to everyone , please get in touch and step forward to help***
And thank heavens that we are now on the way back up the brighter ,warmer longer days, "come on summer", and lets see those project builds.
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How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
1992 Eunos 1.6 in 3L silver.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
You don't say which model of car it is. I have only done this on a Mk1 so it may be different on your car but here goes. The switch on mine was held in place by a metal strap that tightens around the steering column. It was released by loosening a bolt underneath that released the tension - rather like an oversized jubilee clip. Once the tension is released the switch unit just slid off easily.
Hope this helps.
Hope this helps.
Niall
1997 1.8i Roadster in Black
- Induction kit, Stainless Exhaust System, Lowered Springs
1998 1.8i S MX-5 in Silver
- Under restoration
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1997 1.8i Roadster in Black
- Induction kit, Stainless Exhaust System, Lowered Springs
1998 1.8i S MX-5 in Silver
- Under restoration
Also into taking a few pictures - check out my website.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
I cannot believe I forgot to state the car!
It is a MK1. Will have a look now .
It is a MK1. Will have a look now .
1992 Eunos 1.6 in 3L silver.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Get your car details in your signature - makes life so much easier
Niall
1997 1.8i Roadster in Black
- Induction kit, Stainless Exhaust System, Lowered Springs
1998 1.8i S MX-5 in Silver
- Under restoration
Also into taking a few pictures - check out my website.
1997 1.8i Roadster in Black
- Induction kit, Stainless Exhaust System, Lowered Springs
1998 1.8i S MX-5 in Silver
- Under restoration
Also into taking a few pictures - check out my website.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
All sorted now thanks! I really should stop doing car stuff in the dark!
No more annoying flat battery from the worn flash-to-pass mechanism!
I also took the wiper stalk off the old switch box and used it on the new one as the letters were less faded.
As always - Thanks Mazda Menders!
No more annoying flat battery from the worn flash-to-pass mechanism!
I also took the wiper stalk off the old switch box and used it on the new one as the letters were less faded.
As always - Thanks Mazda Menders!
1992 Eunos 1.6 in 3L silver.
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Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
dogrosie wrote:No more annoying flat battery from the worn flash-to-pass mechanism!
I'll bet the switch will clean up ok...sounds more like dirt gumming the contacts together.
Jon - UK Mk1 1.6 1993 Classic Red
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Need spares? Go to Autolink!
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Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
binarypunk wrote:dogrosie wrote:No more annoying flat battery from the worn flash-to-pass mechanism!
I'll bet the switch will clean up ok...sounds more like dirt gumming the contacts together.
You're probably right but at £5 for the new one I simply cannot be bothered :p.
I do seem to have a fair few mirrors collecting up...
Each time I go to see one that is getting broken I end up coming away with a lot more than I went for when the prices are so low they're laughable!
1992 Eunos 1.6 in 3L silver.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
The switches do get worn and the springs get loose. The MX5 switches are very clunky and not very pleasant compared to most other cars so can suffer from wear.
We had to replace the switches in our track car due to the same wear. We found we were flashing the headlights when indicating which was a little annoying...
We had to replace the switches in our track car due to the same wear. We found we were flashing the headlights when indicating which was a little annoying...
Lazza
2001 Mk2.5 MX5 1.8 Sport
Hard Dog Deuce
GAZ Gold Pro
Mk3 seats
17” OZ Racing Superturissmo wheels (for the toad)
15” Rota Circuit 10 wheels (for track use)
2001 Mk2.5 MX5 1.8 Sport
Hard Dog Deuce
GAZ Gold Pro
Mk3 seats
17” OZ Racing Superturissmo wheels (for the toad)
15” Rota Circuit 10 wheels (for track use)
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Lazza (thanks for Saturday, awesome) you have just answered one of my problems, flash lights, quick indicator light, so looks like am looking for a replacement stalk assembly, rgds, Paul H.
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Sorry to re-animate an ancient thread, but I have the flashing whilst indicating problem; and a couple of other little things that may be tracked down to the steering column stalks.
Question: do I have to remove the steering wheel to get them off to clean and inspect?
Question: do I have to remove the steering wheel to get them off to clean and inspect?
Ricolas
UK registered MX5 1991 Mariner Blue pretty much all original!
Beckenham, Kent
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Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Yes and the cowling buďdy.
M-m
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Mk 1 Eunos 93 black V.S II 1.8 ,
Mk 2 .1/4 Roadster 99 black & gold V.S 1.8 .
Mk 1 Eunos 90 1.6 soul red ..f/ build
MK 2.1/4 Blue V.S Roadster 1.8 99 ..
MK1 1.8 ,white import.. (Ashleighs)
MK1 1.6 yellow J ltd import.f/build
MK 1 1.8 black Tokyo Ltd..f/build
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Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Done cowling and all that in the past, but not the steering wheel. And it has an airbag steering wheel. Better do some reading up on how to do it then!
Ricolas
UK registered MX5 1991 Mariner Blue pretty much all original!
Beckenham, Kent
UK registered MX5 1991 Mariner Blue pretty much all original!
Beckenham, Kent
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Sorry to revive this thread another time, I can't find anything regarding this online, did anyone ever figure out whether you can just replace this part or if you do have to replace the whole assembly?
If so how would you go about it?
Thanks :) I appreciate any help
If so how would you go about it?
Thanks :) I appreciate any help
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Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Danw2314 wrote:Sorry to revive this thread another time, I can't find anything regarding this online, did anyone ever figure out whether you can just replace this part or if you do have to replace the whole assembly?
If so how would you go about it?
Thanks :) I appreciate any help
Whats you problem, and year etc.
M-m
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Mk 1 Eunos 93 black V.S II 1.8 ,
Mk 2 .1/4 Roadster 99 black & gold V.S 1.8 .
Mk 1 Eunos 90 1.6 soul red ..f/ build
MK 2.1/4 Blue V.S Roadster 1.8 99 ..
MK1 1.8 ,white import.. (Ashleighs)
MK1 1.6 yellow J ltd import.f/build
MK 1 1.8 black Tokyo Ltd..f/build
http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/ http://www.mx5nutz.com/forum/ http://miata.net/ http://www.autolinkuk.co.uk/
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Mk 1 Eunos 93 black V.S II 1.8 ,
Mk 2 .1/4 Roadster 99 black & gold V.S 1.8 .
Mk 1 Eunos 90 1.6 soul red ..f/ build
MK 2.1/4 Blue V.S Roadster 1.8 99 ..
MK1 1.8 ,white import.. (Ashleighs)
MK1 1.6 yellow J ltd import.f/build
MK 1 1.8 black Tokyo Ltd..f/build
http://www.mx5oc.co.uk/ http://www.mx5nutz.com/forum/ http://miata.net/ http://www.autolinkuk.co.uk/
Re: How to remove the indicator stalk switch mechanism?
Hi - ultimately I was a bit intimidated by the removal of the steering wheel and airbag to get to the stalk assembly etc; I just ploughed on with a dodgy indicator contact! So I can't really be of any help. It was in a queue of jobs that all got curtailed by ULEZ which means that the old MX5 is retired to the garage; only the mk3.75 on the road for the moment!
But m-m will know.
But m-m will know.
Ricolas
UK registered MX5 1991 Mariner Blue pretty much all original!
Beckenham, Kent
UK registered MX5 1991 Mariner Blue pretty much all original!
Beckenham, Kent
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