[urq] No horn problem fixed

[Tony Lum]

Hi gang,

Some of you may recall a month ago where I posted about my horns not 
working because the steering column was ungrounded whenever the ignition 
key was in.  With holiday time off, I decided to replace the upper plastic 
housing that covers the ignition switch.  To do this you need to remove the 
ignition lock assembly.  In addition to removing the bolt and putting the 
key in the ignition, you need to remove a locking spring retainer.  In my 
case, that retainer was already loose.  "Good",  I thought, "that makes 
getting things out easier."  I confirmed that the steering column shaft 
cannot obtain ground through the support bearing and the end of the 
collapsible shaft is mounted in nylon fittings keeping it well 
insulated.  After replacing the plastic cover, I re-assembled the column 
taking care to insert the locking spring retainer with a deep well 
socket.  To my delight, the horns started working again.  Guess that spring 
does more than just keep the column extended.

Regards,




-Tony
'83 ur-quattro # 302