[Vwdiesel] turn signal

[hwy9fergs at comcast.net]

I should probably put my two cents worth in here and add that it's not that unusual for a bad ground to cause power to go places it's not supposed to go, (like through another bulb).  I would find the main ground wire from the tail light assy and ground it with a jumper to make real sure it's getting a proper ground, and see what's happening then.  Also, take a really good look at the assy to make sure there aren't corrosion problems interfering with the circuits.  I agree with Gary that the wrong bulb installed (like a one element bulb intalled where a two element bulb is supposed to be) can also cause wierd problems.  Good luck, Flyboy Ferg.


It is apparent that your signal wire is crossed somewhere with the brake 
wire.

I would start with the bulb itself. A bi-polar bulb if not seated 
correctly, could short the two together.

-Gary

Rudy wrote:
> My left turn signal blinks fast and increases speed or stops if I step on
> the brakes, the right one seems to work normally.  I'm pretty good with
> mechanical but electrical sometimes stumps me.
>  
> Anyone ever had this problem and have any ideas where to start looking?
>  
> Rudy
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