[DeTomaso] dim hazard switch light

[Himes, Terry (397C)]

Matt,

Thanks for sharing this. I just received mine and plan to install it next week.  Please me us
(or just me) updated on your progress.

Terry



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On 5/16/18, 12:43 PM, "DeTomaso on behalf of Matt" <detomaso-bounces at server.detomasolist.com on behalf of nwpantera at gmail.com> wrote:

     I installed a replacement hazard flasher switch purchased on
    ebay. The only apparent difference between the new and the old is a small
    diode
    soldered between the tabs.
    I also replaced the flasher as it was non functional as well.
    Everything works as expected except that now with the car running the
    hazard switch displays a dimmish light all the time.
    I don't recall it doing this with the old switch.
    I double checked to make sure the leads were hooked up as before.
    I can only surmise it has something to do with the additional diode. Maybe
    a "safety" feature?
    I don't really like the idea of a red light on all the time on the dash.
    Anybody have any ideas why this switch would be lit up and how to fix it?
    
    Thanks,
    Matt
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