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Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000

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#2 of 8 Re: Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000 [explore2] by coreyg1

Jun 11, 2008 (5:25 am)

Replying to: explore2 (Jun 11, 2008 4:02 am)
From my expierience with this same issue. I searched these forums, there is a posting with step by step instructions on how to clean the switch. This worked for my aurora. The estimates that I got were in the same ballpark as yours. I just looked online and found a new part for $400. I had purchased a used, working multifuntion switch on ebay that has remained untouched.

#3 of 8 Re: Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000 [coreyg1] by explore2

Jun 11, 2008 (9:39 am)

Replying to: coreyg1 (Jun 11, 2008 5:25 am)
Thanks coreyg1
I found one at a local part store for $322. but the problem being the repairman said it cost him $600 from another vender.
 
Have you had any other electrical problems or leaks form antifreeze Dexcool?

#4 of 8 Re: Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000 [explore2] by coreyg1

Jun 12, 2008 (3:37 am)

Replying to: explore2 (Jun 11, 2008 9:39 am)
I have not had any electrical issues. Currently I am dealing with a coolant leak from the radiator. It is a tiny hole, but it does go thru coolant. I am hoping it remains strictly upkeep. The estimate I got to replace the radiatior is quite high unfortunatly.

#5 of 8 Re: Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000 [explore2] by pscheid

Jun 16, 2008 (8:24 am)

Replying to: explore2 (Jun 11, 2008 9:39 am)
Re the radiator and a leak.
 
I've used the Dexcool only. I had about 82K on my 1998 when I got the radiator fixed. A slight crack was located under pressure at the top neck by the hose which had probably been that way for about 1.5 years because I was losing coolant very slowly. Could smell it very sporadically but could never see a leak. Crack= it wasn't the Dexcool that caused it, nor had the car ever overheated.
 
Radiator part $339 with $187 in labor. Good time to check the water pump, thermostat, and upper/lower radiator hoses if they are original: $246 parts and shop supplies and $170 in labor. My local mechanic is not cheap, but the car comes back fixed first time every time. No bring backs and no breakdowns on the road.
 
Jack

#6 of 8 low oil pressure indicator on '97 Olds Aurora by pfarney

Jun 19, 2008 (11:57 am)

My Aurora, after reaching normal operating temp, begins to chime & low oil pressure light comes on at low idle, goes away as soon as I increase the rpm's to about 1,000. I've replaced the oil pressure sending unit,..this problem began right after a GM dealership removed & rebuilt the heads due to excessive oil leaks. The engine never kncks, smokes, overheats, or uses any oil. The oil remains amber colored between changes. Any suggestions?

#7 of 8 Re: low oil pressure indicator on '97 Olds Aurora [pfarney] by pscheid

Jun 24, 2008 (6:23 am)

Replying to: pfarney (Jun 19, 2008 11:57 am)
Did you replace the oil pressure sending unit AFTER you noticed the pressure issue or when you had the head work done?

#8 of 8 Re: Mutifunction switch for 1999 Olds aurora 45000 [explore2] by auroraboreals

Aug 25, 2011 (3:28 pm)

Replying to: explore2 (Jun 11, 2008 9:39 am)
I think this problem was solved and also documented really well with a procedure and photos at the website: http://65.39.242.200/~aghl/Aurora/index.html
 
The problem is caused by a small amount of grease inside the turn signal lever slowly flowing over time between the electrical contacts inside the turn signal - intermittently shorts-out the headlights or parking light switches causing them to flicker on and off.
 
Cheaper than buying a new Mutifunction switch is to open the existing one and just wipe away the excess grease.

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