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Old 07-02-2007, 09:22 PM
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My front left side turn signal socket is pretty toasted. I replaced the bulb when it quit and the new one worked for a while but quit today. I read a thread somewhere about how to repair the socket but I can't find it now and search is borked as usual. Can anybody help or direct me to that thread?
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You can get a new socket from an auto parts store and replace the damaged one.
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Ok, thanks. Does the inside connector piece pull out? I seem to remember reading something like that. In other words, how do you remove and attach the wires from the old unit to the new?
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cut and splice
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Good enough - thanks!
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The connectors are crimped from the factory. Autozone sells the connectors for $7.99. Buy yourself some 18-22gauge crimps with heatshrink at the same time. I would check to make sure your housing is in good shape and not allowing water to enter. I had to replace one of mine.

In addition, I picked up some dielectric grease at the same time and put some in the new socket to keep moisture out.
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I have also had the same issue. I was lucky enough to find a Buick in the junk yard with the exact same socket just hanging out of a smashed front turn signal. It was in perfect condition and the guy just gave it to me!! LOL!! Cut and splice...worked great and like Starion said...don't forget the heatshrink/dielectric grease or it will happen again.
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Hey guys I need one. So any part number from specific store would be great. Autozone locally said they don't care those type of parts and I would need to try a dealer. Odd.
Any other suggestions on how to house that light really well in there. Any sealants or anything to try to protect the socket? Mine are burnt to hell. THX.
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Originally Posted by GreatSave9
Autozone locally said they don't care those type of parts and I would need to try a dealer.
They have it. Don't ask the guy behind the counter.

Go the end of the bulb isle and look at the middle-to-lower-half of the last section of the isle. You'll see various connectors in clear packages with gray/blue backers. Its there. I know this because I've bought it at AutoZone. Its about $8. I don't think I still have the package though. There was a thread not too long ago with the part number. If I can find it, I'll post it.




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