Grand Am turn signals not working SOLUTION

June 30, 2008 – 7:29 pm

I have a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.  In September 2007, the turn signals/flashers would intermittently stop working.  We figured out that if you hit the hazards button, the turn signals would work again.  In June 2008, the “hazards button” method would not always work, thus creating a “hazardous” situation for the driver and other cars.  My mechanic and I were having difficulty figuring out where the flasher relay was, so I went online to try to get some advice.  I turns out that many, many Grand Am owners from 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 had this exact problem.  GM even offered to fix the problem for free for SOME owners:

2000-2001 Grand Am, Oldsmobile Alero, Chevrolet Malibu

1999-2000 Grand Am, Oldsmobile Alero, Chevrolet Malibu

The problem is that many owners have found that in those years, their car “isn’t in the VIN range,” even though it has the same problem.

BOTTOM LINE: GM knows about this dangerous situation and is not doing anything about it.  They know that those models have a problem and talk to any dealer — they fix it all the time.  GM is culpable for all accidents that occur because of this problem.  They decided they would fix as little cars as possible.

If you have this problem, call these numbers and report it (have your VIN ready)!

CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537 to see if your car will be fixed for free — if not, complain to them.

NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

(Thanks Grand Am Owners Forum)

As a benefit to all owners of these cars, I have posted below instructions on how to fix this problem, since I couldn’t find any help anywhere.  I’m sure there are easier ways to do things; I had to figure it out.  Please comment below with tips and I’ll modify my instructions if appropriate.

These instructions are for turn signals not working intermittently.  There is another common problems where turn signals don’t turn off right away — that’s a different problem, but may be worth trying this because it is cheap!

TOOLS: flat head screwdriver, 7 MM socket

1. Visit your local GM dealer (doesn’t have to be Pontiac) and ask for a Hazard Switch for your car (this is the button you press to turn on your hazards).  They will probably know all about your problem.  Don’t be afraid to ask for the part at cost since this should have been a recall.  I got mine for $19:

2. I started with popping out the ignition ring. (Tip from George T in the comments: Don’t use a screw driver to remove the ring around the ignition switch, just pull the bezel with even force and it will remove it without damage.)

Sorry, my picture is bad, but I think you need to gently get pressure with a flat screwdriver to pry it out.  If you don’t do this first, you’ll see what happens — it gets broken:

3.  Next you need to pry off the bezel over the whole center console area.  I put my screwdriver to the right of the radio.  Once I could fit my fingers under the right side of the cover, I firmed pulled and the cover comes off:

4. Once I pulled the cover off, I put in the key, turned the ignition to on, put the car in Neutral and was able to pull out the console cover better:

5. Obviously, behind where the hazard button is located, is what we need to remove.  Start by unclipping the wire.  You need to push in the clip on the left and right side — enough to push the whole part back through the front, but we’ll do that after we remove in inner cover.

6. To take the whole cover off, remove the wires from the ETS button and cigarette lighter.

7. Now get yourself a 7 MM socket to remove the inner cover.  There are three screws holding it in (only 2 shown):

8. Your next job is to push in the two nubs holding the flasher in place, while pushing the whole part back through the front:

9. I had a difficult time doing this.  Many of you will think it’s easy, but I just could not get it to come out.  The black plastic is fragile — avoid breaking it.  The green plastic is fine to break, so maybe a tool to push both sides in at the same time would be best.  (Tip from Jim K in the comments: In order to squeeze the side tabs of the hazard switch to slide it out of the bracket, I taped a ¼” nut on each jaw of my channel locks, and squeezed directly behind the tabs because I couldn’t get a good grip on the tabs themself. Please read on as to why I didn’t want to break it out.) Here’s what things looks like when I finally got it:

10. You should be able to handle the rest yourself, just go backwards of the above steps.

Now a much happier car!

If your turn signal still isn’t working properly, the other big problem I read about is the multi-function switch in the steering column (attached to the turn signal stalk).  That’s much more expensive and I haven’t done it…yet!  The primary symptom of the other problem is that the flasher noise continues even after the turn signal turns off.  This website has some instructions and pictures.

Jim Kjendalen emailed me with these helpful thoughts on why this is happening:

I looked at the data sheet for the IC in the flasher. It looks like the only way for the “flasher” to activate & click, is to see a low impedance or ground on pin 8 of the IC. Crud on the steering column [multi-function switch] as described earlier, can definitely cause this.

I would “hazard” a guess, :) that what’s burning up the flasher module is the extra blinking that is occurring. Each time you hear a click, the relay contacts are opening & closing. Mechanical relays like these have a fixed life span of so many open/close cycles after which they just wear out. Driving around with the relay clicking for hours/hours is shortening the life dramatically.

In short, I don’t think the crud itself is destroying the IC, but the excess clicking is likely wearing out the mechanical relay in the module prematurely. If you fix the steering column crud as soon as you start to hear the unwanted clicking, you probably won’t need to replace the relay.

link to the 8 pin IC http://www.atmel.com/Images/doc4726.pdf

 

[UPDATE 7/10] My car has been getting worse and worse with the turn signal clicking continuing, even with not having the turn signal on.  It is usually in the morning, and it goes away after a few minutes.  However, today it kept doing it for about 45 minutes straight!  I’m wondering whether this multi-function switch problem is actually the reason why the flasher goes bad…

[UPDATE 9/11] My turn signal is making a clicking noise again at random times… I’m going to have to mess with that multi-function switch soon it seems. With 22,000+ visits to this post since June 2008, this is no small problem..

[UPDATE 4/12] Bye bye, Grand Am. Who knows, maybe the next owner will end up reading this very page!

 

  1. 137 Responses to “Grand Am turn signals not working SOLUTION”

  2. You too lol,thanks so much for the information and it is frustrating to say the very least and since im not a gear head lol this information really helps.

    By TimfromChicago on Aug 21, 2008

  3. I called the dealer- they told me they would do diagnostics and then if it was the switch it would be at least $100 – not covered – and I even gave them the car’s VIN #!

    I called Pontiac – they said it is 100% covered and they called the dealer and talked to the service manager for me.

    Always the same – Pontiac is great, but the local dealership are schmucks.

    By Pam Lenza on Sep 10, 2008

  4. Thanks for the help. We replaced the hazard switch as you outlined and this seems to have solved my problem.

    By Brenda on Sep 18, 2008

  5. Great instructions. It’s such a relief now knowing that my directionals are going to work when I go to use them them.

    By Gary D on Sep 19, 2008

  6. Swapped the Hazzard switch out and the signals are now working properly. THANKS for the info and the picts – made the job a lot easier!

    By Michael D. on Aug 4, 2009

  7. Thanks, this worked for me also. Great instructions appreciate it greatly.

    By Tom on Aug 26, 2009

  8. THANKS so much for putting this information out there. I researched a lot about this problem, but this site was great as I had the EXACT same situation as you described. Nice to see someone found the problem, included pics of the replacement part, had recall numbers, and had others comment that it fixed their problem as well!!! I called the Pontiac number today (10/15/09), provided the vin to my 2001 pontiac Grand AM GT. Yup, it was within the recall. They called the nearest dealership and I went right in 10 min after the call. They fixed it while I waited,,, about an hour. I am so happy. Hopefully this fix works and fixes my problem. I would be so happy. I was told by a mechanic that to fix it, the entire dash would need to be removed ($500 min charge) and it had to do with the security light (which is on as well), but I think that is a different problem.

    Can not say thanks enough. If this problem starts again, I will be sure to report back. Thanks again and have a great day!!!! Mark.

    By mark fraylick on Oct 15, 2009

  9. My 2001 Pontiac Grand AM had the same problem with the turn signal working one minute and not the next. I figured out a while ago about the temp fix by turning on the hazards then turning them off. This worked for only so long. I called Pontiac about the recall and they said that the previous owner had the switch replaced by the recall and that they would only fix the problem one time.
    Wow!
    Apparently the fix is not really a fix and the problem will pop up again. It would seem to me that the recall should cover fixing this problem permanently.

    By gblake on Oct 21, 2009

  10. My ’02 Grand Am had the same problems. I replaced the multifunction switch harness, but that did not fix the problem.

    I called Pontiac and they told me it was a special issuance repair. They connected me to my local dealer and set up a time to bring the car in. A few days later I took the car in and they fixed it for free without any issues! They only asked to see the case number that Pontiac gave me for their warranty claim form that they had to fax.

    Its worth the call to Pontiac, even if they cannot get it fixed for free it at least documents the problem and a paper trail can go a long way to getting an official recall to this problem.

    By Nathan B on Oct 28, 2009

  11. Your instructions were great! I have been dealing with this problem of my turn signals working sometimes and then other times they would not work. Very annoying problem. I purchased the part from the local GM dealer for $27.00, and was able to replace the part within 10 minutes, and now they are working fine. I called the Ponitac phone number you provided, they told me the recall was expired and I had to pay for the part. Thank you again for the great instructions.

    By Rachel on Nov 12, 2009

  12. I was experiencing intermittent turn signal issues and after some Googling, found this page. Your instructions were excellent and worked perfectly for me. Thank you. I actually found my hazard switch at RockAuto for about $15 and it is working fine. This was for an ’01 Grand Am. Here’s the link if anyone is interested. http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/raframecatalog.php?carcode=1374735&parttype=4468

    By Donnie on Nov 16, 2009

  13. had the same problem on my 2002 grand am one day the turn signal would work the next day it wouldn’t. I called pontiac with my vin number but it was not on the recall. the local dealer said it was covered under a special issuance and will cover everything as long as the title was clean and the car had less than 150,000 miles on it. seems like pontiac doesn’t want to make a recall in order to save money.

    By kurt on Dec 23, 2009

  14. 2000 grand am, Thanks, this worked for me also. Great instructions appreciate it greatly.

    By Dean on Dec 29, 2009

  15. Ok so i have a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am. After i used my turn signal today the noice would not stop. So the signal worked, when i was done turning the light when off, the sound would not stop. Though technically it is not a problem it is rather annoying. It eventually stopped making the noice, but whenever i use the turn signal again it will keep making the noice for about 5 minutes. Any thoughts to this one???

    By Jessica on Dec 29, 2009

  16. I have the same symptom, too! The first day that it was under 20 degrees, may 2002 would do the same thing. I think it is the multi-function switch in the steering column that is the problem. I wonder whether this switch is the root cause of the hazard switch going bad?

    Here is an interesting post:

    I had the same problem that you guys are talking about.. the hazard switch replacement has nothing to do with the clicking noise. Yesterday I finally had some time to do some troubleshooting on the car and found out that the turnsignal switch (which is a part of the multifunction switch) has a build up of grease inside. Over time, this grease wears and so does the turnsignal contacts. This grease/contact metal powder causes the switch to have a weak short in it. I simply cleaned this stuff off with a rag and a little rubbing alcohol and re-applied a little de-electric grease to the contacts. Worked like a charm, and was very easy to do. No more CLICK CLICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    SOURCE: http://www.automotiveforums.com/t334353-petition_for_multifunction_recall.html

    Here are some instructions on how to replace the multifunction switch (I can’t vouch for accuracy):

    Take the plastic clam-shell off the top of the steering column. This will simply pull apart with a little effort. You will probably need a small screw driver of some kind to take out the screws holding the turn signal/wiper control machanism. There are also a couple of electrical connections that need to be disconnected. Make sure that it pulls out smoothly, don’t try and force it. I don’t know how much they cost to replace but what a hassle that would be. Anyway, once you’ve got that out take it inside so you can take it apart over a counter or table with good lighting. Remove the screws holding the two halves together. NOTE: there is a small spring that might come out of one of the sides, make sure you get that back in and don’t lose it. Now you should see the contacts that make the turn and wiper levers work. Very likely you will see the contacts covered in a copious amount of grease. Clean that off with some Q-tips or something non-abrasive like a can of compressed air. Keep enough grease on there to retain smooth operation of levers. Reassemble and reinstall in car. NOTE: there may be a small pin on the top of the steering column that has to be pushed in to allow the mechanism to slide back in. There are also guides to make sure its seated properly.

    SOURCE: http://www.automotivehelper.com/topic594376.htm

    This looks like it is the part from AutoZone:
    http://www.autozone.com/autozone/catalog/parts/partsProduct.jsp?skuDescription=Duralast+/+Turn+Signal+Switch&categoryDisplayName=&fromString=&itemIdentifier=322914_0_0_&productId=322914&sortType=&parentId=57-0&filterByKeyWord=&isSearchByPartNumber=&navValue=15700603&categoryNValue=&fromWhere=&itemId=603-0&displayName=Turn+Signal+Switch&store=1816&searchText=&brandName=Duralast

    I’m leaving it alone for now; we’ll see how it acts!

    By brmorris on Dec 29, 2009

  17. I have a 2004 Pontiac Grand Am SE. I just paid $450.00 to have a theft deterrnent cylinder and sensor replaced. Now my turn signals, when turning, come on for a couple of blinks and then stop. If I do use the hazards, it comes on for a minute and then nothing. If I leave it on, it will come on for a minute and then shut off again. Any suggestions since the signals were working perfectly before the car was in for repair???

    By Bethanie on Feb 23, 2010

  18. Can anyone help me locate the exact number that I am supposed to call so that pontiac can replace the signal relay/turn signal assembly on my 2001 grand am? From what I’m reading in past posts they know of the problem and WILL replace the part free, and i really dont need any tickets for it. thanks!! =)

    By Al on Mar 10, 2010

  19. Did you try calling the numbers I have listed in my post above?

    “CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, PONTIAC AT 1-800-620-7668, OR OLDSMOBILE AT 1-800-630-6537 to see if your car will be fixed for free — if not, complain to them.”

    By brmorris on Mar 10, 2010

  20. I am so glad i found your site!This happened to me today!I had my hazard lights on for about 15 min while i was helping my sister out of the highway(Her car caught on fire)and when it was all over i tried to use my signals and they would not work!!I thought is was the fuse but that still didnt solve the problem.Then i found this sight!I will be calling the numbers you suggested first thing in the morning!Thanks alot!
    Karen in Atlanta,Ga

    By Karen on Apr 15, 2010

  21. Oh yeah I have a 2003 Grand Am!

    By Karen on Apr 15, 2010

  22. I was happy to find this information yesterday. I have been having this same problem with my 2000 Grand Am GT for 1-2 years now. It is getting worse and now the hazards don’t even work. My VIN is included in the so-called special issuance repair; however, I am outside the warranty by two months so they will not fix it even though I am well below the mileage cap of 150,000. I never received the notice they sent out about this problem. Does anyone know who I can send a complaint to or who I should call? Thanks Brian for posting the instructions on how to fix – hoping to get the part from Napa and get it fixed right away.

    By Chantel on May 4, 2010

  23. I was able to get the part at Napa for under $20 and fixed it in a matter of minutes. So far, it is working great!! Thanks again!!

    By Chantel on May 5, 2010

  24. Hello Everyone.

    I called the Pontiac number today and, oh boy, what an experience that was. I was basically told that I should beleive everything I read online. I have a 2004 Grand AM GT and I am also having the turn signal issue. The gentleman that answered the phone told me that there was nothing they could do, even though I mentioned how dangerous not having turn signal could be. He just states that I need to have someone look at this. I have had issues off and on, changed the fuses, even purchase a new car battery.

    Any suggestions?

    By Joan on May 7, 2010

  25. I can’t say that I’m too surprised… You’re just going to need to do what we’ve done: fix it yourself.

    By brmorris on May 10, 2010

  26. I had the same problem. My blinkers and hazards have worked randomly for two years now. After coming across this page, I called GMC. They immediately advised me that there was an “optional recall” and connected me with the closest local dealer. The problem was resolved within 3 days at no cost. I have a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am. Had it not been for my son needing to take his own drivers test in my car, I would have never researched this and come across this information. I had given up. Thank you for the information and good luck to the rest of you.

    By Merry on May 18, 2010

  27. I just bought this car and the problem with the turning signal persists. I called the Pontiac number,gave them my VIN and ended up with a grand total of NOTHING. I will end up fixing it myself, thanks for posting the pictures and directions.

    By 2004 Gramd Am Too on May 26, 2010

  28. Thanks for the info, as long as the car was under 150,000 miles (which it was) it was free.

    By 2002 GrandAm on Jun 28, 2010

  29. Mine did the same thing i went to O’Reilly my 2002 grand am sometimes the blinkers worked and sometimes they didnt i went to O’Reilly and bought the blinker flasher button thats above the radio and that fixed my problem it was only $17.99 for it and took about 5 minutes to replace so dont spend alot of money for anything else try this first

    By leonard dunnam on Jul 8, 2010

  30. I have 2000 Grand Am that had the exact same problem. This totally worked and was not hard to do. The pictures made it super easy! Thanks for the info.

    By Tony Robinson on Jul 24, 2010

  31. I have a 2004 Grand Am SE and replaced the hazard switch about 18 months ago. The clicking noise stopped for a while but within 12 months it returned. Today I tried to clean the excess grease out of the multifunction switch (bmorris’s post on Dec 29/09) as the clicking noise has been constant for the past few days. The instructions were clear and accurate and it only took about 30 minutes to do. I just returned from a drive and so far no clicking noise!!!

    Here’s hoping it stays away.

    By Randy on Aug 28, 2010

  32. By brmorris on Aug 28, 2010

  33. Thanks for the feedback. I’m having the same problem, too, so I’ll try it sometime.

    By brmorris on Aug 28, 2010

  34. Just wanted to thank you Brian for the excellent instructions on changing the hazard switch. GM would not cover mine since the car had 158k on it they would only cover to 150k.
    GM is %^&^^$##
    Any way NAPA has the part for 17.70 and a half hours work the part is installed and working good, so far.
    I won’t ever buy another GM product and let the people there know this, they wouldnt change the policy for warranty. They lost a customer for life over a 10.00 part, lost thousands of dollars in sales also.

    By Mike B on Sep 8, 2010

  35. Thanks for the information. I called the 1-800 number and had the car fixed the next day.

    By James Ambrose on Sep 9, 2010

  36. thanks for all of the information – especially the pictures – called the hotline for Pontiac recall – they assigned me a Case # and said there was not a recall on my 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT but that it would fall under the extended warranty since I only have 89,000 miles. They want me to take it in to the dealer and have them perform a $90.00 diagnostic fee to verify and will fix it for ‘free’ if it checks out. Frankly I don’t trust them and would probably be better off just buying the part and fixing it myself like I did with the window sash kit!!!(which by the way has a great series of repair pictures as well on the A1 Electric website.

    By Mark on Sep 9, 2010

  37. I just did what the other gentleman suggested e.g. (By brmorris on Dec 29, 2009)I have a 04′ Grand Am Gt with the same intermittant clicking even when I am not engaging the turn signal. The fix worked great! Thanks brmorris. However, I’d like to add this step to save you some time. You’ll need the following items which I picked up at advance auto parts. 1)dieelectric grease (small tube) 2) #10 torx head screwdriver/set 3) 7mm socket (to remove unit from column 4) 4 Q-tips 5)medium size rubber band. First unsnap the clam shell gently by pulling apart at the seam next to the turn signal, then the same on the other side. Remove the three electrical connectors (carefully). Use the 7mm socket and remove center screw from the multifunction switch (top center). After you go inside on a clean table wrap the rubber band around the wipe arm side of the unit. This will prevent that side from coming apart when you loosen the 3-4 torx screws later. The unit should be laying on the table with the arms facing away from you with the U shape pointing up. Now completely remove the 4 torx screws on the left side (turn signal side) and just loosen the remaining screws on the right side (wiper arm).

    Gently pry apart the turn signal side about 1/2 – 3/4 inch slowly. Place a pencil or something not too big to hold it apart. Look inside and you’ll see a lot of black greasy mess. Use a couple q-tips to completely remove that mess off the flat contact side and the two little brass contacts as well. Take your dielectric grease and place on a clean q-tip and throughly lube up the brass contact plate and the two little contacts. Reassemble and you’re done!

    One last note. I spoke to a Pontiac master mechanic and he told me point blank that the hazard switch isn’t the problem that causes the clicking. After about 150k miles the grease and gunk just builds up inside and needs to be cleaned. But the service shops would rather replace the old mechanism and bill you for labor and parts. It took me 30 minutes including going to get the dielectric grease. The grease cost $3.15 vs. $300+ for parts & labor to replace.

    By Stan on Sep 21, 2010

  38. Great comment! I will need to do this soon, so maybe I’ll add pictures.

    By brmorris on Sep 21, 2010

  39. Oh, one thing I left out. When you reinstall the switch unit make sure you take a small flat head screwdriver or business card and push the spring loaded pin in before seating the switch back in place. This pin/contact is for your horn! If you try to force it, you’ll have more problems. The pin seats/touches the round brass ring inside the steel wheel like a pick up shoe.

    By Stan on Sep 21, 2010

  40. Thanks for the info, saved alot of time. and of course called pontiac,,no help, not in recall, called and complained to hot line also.. I have a 2002 grand am gt with 75,000 on it…

    By tim p on Oct 6, 2010

  41. Well one day later after filed complaint pontiac called me. Said under special plan for 1999-2002 grand am they will fix my car at dealership.. the code you will need is 04098a you need to tell that to the dealership…Again i have a 2002 grand am gt with 75,000 on it..

    By tim p on Oct 7, 2010

  42. We’re having the same issue(s) with my Pontiact Grand Am 2002. I really should read those recall notices I receive I guess. My husband is on the phone with Pontiac right now. We’ve been having the “click click” noise for a while now. More annoying than anything. Then fairly recently the signal lights totally stopped working on a regular basis and work less and less. didnd know about the hazard light though until reading this and sure enough it doesnt work either
    We’ve had the light bulbs replaced, we’ve had some type of wiring in the lights replaced which worked a little a few months ago but now my signals hardly work at all. we’re being told by pontiac that yes it is covered by the recall but only if the dealership diagnosis my car with that specific problem. we’re playing telephone tag with the dealership

    By Suzanne on Oct 9, 2010

  43. I have a similar problem with a similar car. I have a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am and for the last year the turn signals work randomly. One minute they work and the next they dont. Sometimes is the left and sometimes is the right one. And some other times both. I’ve noticed that whenever they are not working, the parking light (which is the same bulb) isnt working either. When my car is on and running, even during the day, my front parking lights are supouse to be on. But when one of the turn signal doesnt work, the parking light on that side doesnt either. I tought it could be a bad bulb sucket or connector but what are the chances on both been bad at the same time. Please help! Is not safe to drive with not signal lights! And right now i cant afford to take it to the shop! Could it still be the hazzad switch as suggested above? HELP!

    By Gian on Nov 6, 2010

  44. Yep. I did exactly that and right now it is working fine. The switch costs about 31 dollars at the local auto store. They thought I was asking about a different switch when I called them. So have a part number ready and tell me! I didn’t bother trying to take out the switch ‘cleanly’, since it was already broken I just snap the two tabs. I was careful with the ‘black’ part of the panel though.

    I also found this site that help!
    http://homereparations.blogspot.com/2010/10/2001-grand-am-turn-signals-not-working.html

    By tom on Nov 7, 2010

  45. Just a little update, it is getting cold here in Canada and I was afraid that the problem will come back. But it is working like a charm, crossing my fingers, after I changed the switch. Hope this switch works for another 3 to 5 years…

    By tom on Nov 14, 2010

  46. Well, so much for that fix. The hazard switch fix did work until this past weekend. In the morning on the way to a concert it was working fine but on the way home it decided to stop working. The turn signal lights come on and so does the hazard light but it’s a solid and won’t blink

    By Suzanne on Nov 20, 2010

  47. out of curiosity. can you tell us with switch you used? As well as how long it worked for?

    By tom on Dec 18, 2010

  48. Thanks for the post, Brian. I was able to fix a friends car in about 20 minutes tonight because of this article.

    To the other posters: I used the Dorman part from O’Reilly’s or Advance Auto Parts. I’m reading from reviews they are only good for a couple years, so I kept the receipt.

    By SparkyGage on Dec 26, 2010

  49. Hi,
    I have the same clicking problem with my 1999 v6 3.4. This last summer we rebuilt the engine due to the leaking gaskets. Then this fall i was having problems with the car sputtering and running harshly around 3500 rpms. We replaced the fuel lines, fuel filter and the fuel pressure regulator is fine. We think its the catalytic converter. I had the multifunction switch replaced but the ticking continues.. Do you think it may just be the hazard switch? Also my mom owns a 99 ga as well her parking lights stay on and do not shut off like they are supposed to after the car is off. She had to unplug the battery to keep it from dying. I took out the fuse to the parking lights which solved the problem of the lights staying on but now her passenger side headlight does not work properly and she has no dash lights has anyone else encountered this problem? I am losing my mind any info would be greatly appreciated!! :)

    By Alison on Jan 3, 2011

  50. Alison,

    I think that a multi-function switch as it goes bad causes the hazard switch to go bad, so even if you replace the multi-function, the hazard will need to be replaced, too.

    By brmorris on Jan 3, 2011

  51. Thank you very much!

    By Alison on Jan 4, 2011

  52. Thanks Brian for your information. I just left my Chevy dealer after speaking to them about the turn signal/4 way failure in my daughter’s 2002 Grand Am. I advised them of the Pontiac code 04098a last week, they ordered the switch, set my appt. up for today and in an hour had the car back with the problem fixed…no charge and no hassle. GM part number was 10359039. Interesting side note, once the failure began several weeks ago, my daughter’s aftermarket keyless remote start from Best Buy began to give her trouble, after the replacement switch was done, remote worked every time…

    By Keith Charvat on Jan 13, 2011

  53. By the way, I had my mechanic replace that hazard switch 9 months ago, he probably bought an aftermarket one since he’s known for getting the best priced parts, and it failed in that short of time. The problem was that either in turn signal mode or hazard mode, the light would come on steady, never flash. This switch contains the flashers for both signals and hazards, there are no seperate flasher units in the fuse block for these cars. This time, thanks to your website, I went to my Chevy dealer to get it done. Thanks again!

    By Keith Charvat on Jan 13, 2011

  54. i just bought my 2003 pontiac grand am a couple months ago and when I test drove it the blinkers worked great. Since buying it they randomly stop working when I’m driving. I’ve been so frustrated! I’m definitely going to give this info to my mechanic.

    By trisha on Feb 2, 2011

  55. I have a 1999 Grand Am with the intermittent blinker problem. Also one time when it was real hot out the blinker went on and even when I turned the signal arm off the blinker kept going. This lasted for several hours. I am past the 10 year window to repair under the “recall” but way under the 150,000 miles. Does anyone know or has anyone been able to get them to still fix it under these circumstances?

    By Camille on Feb 7, 2011

  56. i wanted to say THANK YOU VERY MUCH…this was the most helpful information i had been trying for weeks to fix my problem went through 16 bulbs which were probably all good..and everyone wanted to charge me 125 for a relay swith they said was behind the steering wheel they were wrong it was the hazard switch just want to say thank you again..

    By denise on Feb 10, 2011

  57. I have a 2001 Pontiac Grand AM and have been going crazy with my blinkers. First the blinkers stopped working; I tried to replace the recalled part and was told that it had already been replaced by the previous owner. I found a column switch at the junk yard and replaced it, but it did nothing. I replaced a bunch of fuses and relays and put the old column switch back in and the blinkers worked again for a while. Before they stopped working there was a weird sound when the left blinkers was on for a long period of time. It has been months since they stopped working and it has been driving me crazy. I live in Washington and it has been raining a lot and having to stick my hand out the window isn’t any fun. I have never had any problems with the hazard lights not working as I have always checked that figuring that it if they worked that the lights worked that it had to be something else. I will try to replace the hazard switch if you think that could still be the problem. What do you think?

    By Pam on Mar 1, 2011

  58. I think the root cause is the multi-function switch in the steering column (that has the turn signal arm, etc.), which causes the hazard button to go bad. That’s why some folks have success for a while with replacing the hazard switch — until it fails again. If you’ve changed out the multi-function switch, you should change out the hazard button, too, although your multi-function switch from the junkyard is probably bad, too.

    By brmorris on Mar 2, 2011

  59. I have had the annoying clicking for a few years now, but only in cold weather! It bugs me from November through March and then goes away for the warm months (weird). Anyway, my turn signals just stopped working today at lunch for the first time ever…the arrows came on but didn’t blink or make any noise. I’m hoping when I get back in the car after work, they’ll be “on” again, and my husband can do the fixes described above. This is so scary, and I certainly hope it’s not too expensive for the multi-function switch, as my husband’s been out of work for 3 years (he’s a carpenter, so who knows when the building market will finally look better!). Unfortunately, I have over 182 thousand miles on my car, so I doubt the recall will be covered.

    I drive 100 miles a day to get to and from work, and there is no way I can afford a new car when we are barely affording the basic bills. Sure hope this helps!

    By Marlys on Mar 11, 2011

  60. You are my new hero! Been trying to figure out the signal problem on husband’s car (I never drive it so forget) and it is one within the recall vin! Thank you! He has never been told by mechanics this is the problem and the used car lot didn’t tell him when he got it years ago.

    By Stephanie on Apr 16, 2011

  61. @ brmorris

    I own a Pontiac Grand Am 2.4L Coupe for over 7 years now and have had constant issues with this my turn signals. I’ve even replaced this piece as described above.

    What I’ve found is that it isn’t the Hazard Switch thats causing the problem, as brmorris said, it’s the multi-function switch on the steering column that causes the Hazard Switch to go bad.

    A lot of you notice that this comes and goes with extreme weather changes. I believe this is due to the grease being contaminated. I live in WA State and I believe that the weather has been causing the grease to freeze and de-thaw, which is screwing with the connectors. They need to be cleaned and wiped down.

    Fortunately, most people can fix this if you take some time to dismantle the steering mantle and the bezel on your dash. It sounds difficult, but it’s really not bad at all. If you know how to play with legos, you could do most of this yourself.

    By Michael on Apr 18, 2011

  62. I totally agree! In the last two paragraphs of the post I discuss that. On the flip side, it’s probably worth trying the hazard switch once — it’s kept it under control for a few years now for me.

    By brmorris on Apr 18, 2011

  63. @ brmorris.
    I apologize if you have already answered this question but, I have problems with my turn signals intermittently working – for years! ONLY THE TURN SIGNALS. Nothing else is wrong with my car (knock on wood). I’ve read here that it could be a bad turn signal flasher, or a bad turn signal switch, or just clean out the multifunction switch. You, or someone, had commented on replacing the hazard switch, but I don’t think that applies to me since I ONLY HAVE PROBLEMS WITH MY TURN SIGNALS SOMETIMES WORKING, THEN SOMETIMES NOT WORKING. Which solution do you think I should try first?- Replace the turn signal flasher, replace the turn signal switch, or clean the multifunction switch and connectors? I’m not a mechanic, so which do you advise on me trying? Thanks!

    Gina

    By Gina on Apr 21, 2011

  64. I would do Hazard switch first (relatively cheap and easy), then multi-function switch if that doesn’t band-aid the issue.

    By brmorris on Apr 22, 2011

  65. Thanks brmorris! I went the cheap route, no new parts. 30 minutes of removing, cleaning and reinstalling the multifunction switch. Turn signals work fine.

    By OhioAlero on Jun 26, 2011

  66. Have same issue with turn signals not working. Called the 800# you listed for Pontiac and got nowhere. Of course mine is one of many not included in their small recall. Seems to be a huge issue. Have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA and BBB today. Getting info. together to send GM. Was wondering if any class action suits been put into works? Had this issue with a fuel pump that the class action resulted in reimbursement of having fuel pump replaced. Obviously we as consumers and customers need to ban together on this.

    By Amy on Jul 14, 2011

  67. I have the same issue, I have a pontiac grand am 2000 and my vin is between the number annoucued, but they still said that my wasnt not qualified. I called gm and went to the dearship. Who do I call to compalin now?

    By Adriana on Jul 26, 2011

  68. I’d recommend you follow my recommendation in the post to call the NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE.

    By brmorris on Jul 28, 2011

  69. Thank you for posting this information! I own a 2002 Pontiac Grand Am GT and have the same issue. Just started a couple of months ago. I am the second owner of the car. I hope this doesn’t matter. I will be giving GM a call and if that fails, I will be giving traffic safety a call. Once again, thank you! I will keep you updated.

    By Nikke on Jul 31, 2011

  70. On the phone with Pontaic and they are calling my dealer right now. My vin is covered.

    By Ken on Aug 2, 2011

  71. Follow up… After sending a letter to Pontiac/GM (sent so they had to sign for it) I was contacted and told I had to take my car in for a diagnosis first. Keep in mind it had already been taken in. I was told I had to pay for that. Upon picking my car up from the diagnosis only they lost my keys. Making for trip 2 the next day to have locks changed. Then was contacted again by Pontiac/GM and told they still weren’t gonna have it fixed. Tried calling NHTSA but got busy signals. Will keep trying. Also asked to be contacted by supervisor from Pontiac/GM along with the CEO info. Waiting on that return call now…though I found the whole board of directors on their site. My advice to everybody….keep flooding them with complaints and everything so maybe they will get the picture that all vin#’s should be included in recall.

    By Amy on Aug 2, 2011

  72. Great persistence! Keep us updated, please!

    By brmorris on Aug 2, 2011

  73. Great article, solved my problem.

    thx

    By newtoncain on Aug 5, 2011

  74. This is the best information ever, I have been watching the recall list and found the information about pressing the hazard light button to get the signals to work. This has worked until just recently, now the hazard lights won’t come on.. Thank you so much for all of the great information you provided. Now I just need to get my brother to do the work! LOL!

    By katie on Aug 8, 2011

  75. I want to try this but I am worried about the airbags, how can I make sure I won’t set them off?

    By Steve on Aug 11, 2011

  76. I don’t know! I only changed the hazard switch and haven’t tried the messing with the steering column.

    By brmorris on Aug 11, 2011

  77. I just got my hazard switch n turn signals switch fixed to solve my problem of continuous clicking n turn signals intermittantly working. Pontiac should be ashamed because I took mine to the dealer n they wanted 800$ to fix! Economy is bad but companies like Pontiac make u not want to buy American and support because they are so janky!

    By Stephanie on Aug 17, 2011

  78. I just got off the phone with Leondre at Pontiac. I hav a 2003 Grand Am, and my VIN is not covered. I am having the exact same issue with the blinkers working intermittently. I am going to get this fixed along with the open recall regarding the accelerator pedal sticking, and will be sending them the bill for reimbursement. Not sure if they will pay it, but I’m not.

    By Shawn on Aug 26, 2011

  79. Thank you so much for the info. I just replaced the hazard switch on my 2003 grand am. For 18 bucks and 20 minutes of my time, I no longer have to cross my fingers and hope the turn signals work!

    By Ben on Sep 12, 2011

  80. I got my letter today it was signed by Marsha Kid no return on the envelope the number was 1/866/234/3457
    came straight to the computer stupid people

    By karen on Sep 15, 2011

  81. I just bought a 2003 Grand Am and have the same problem. I called Pontiac and they told me my vin is not in the recall and told me there is nothing they can do but make a case and note it. They did tell me if anyone else is having the problem to call them so they could possibly get a recall out there. Guess if you want to wait and take the chance hoping something does not happen then we can wait but call Pontiac and at least complain, why let dealers run over people with older cars. Theyjust want you to spend money or buy a new one.

    By Ron on Sep 19, 2011

  82. I’m still fighting this. Down to complaining to consumer affairs at this point. Congressmen & state reps will be next. I’m still to this day waiting for the service department manager to return my voicemail. Ridiculous! And no they shouldn’t run over people which is why I’m very head strong about them taking responsibility for something they know is a major issue. This isn’t a busted speaker or something cosmetic….this is something that could cause a major wreck.

    By Amy on Sep 30, 2011

  83. I have the same problems with my turning signals…….it is soooooo annoying!!!!! I hate my car!!!!!

    By Tara on Oct 7, 2011

  84. THANK YOU!!! My husband and I (totally not mechanically inclined) just replaced my hazard switch in about 15-20 minutes, and fixed my problem! I am so excited! I have 180,000 miles on my 03 Grand Am, so no warranty. Part cost me $20 at O’Reilly Auto Parts. The guys in the store laughed at me, and told me what a big job it was. I was totally feeling stupid. I want to go back now, and go “It was super easy!!!” Thank you so much for this website. You just saved me a TON of money!!

    By Diana on Oct 17, 2011

  85. Fantastic, thank you…it took me 9 minutes after aquiring the part at O’Riley’s for $20 bucks. They work!!!!!!:)

    By Bruce on Oct 20, 2011

  86. I was just quoted $400 to replace the multi-function on my 05 Grand Am. Not happy to say the least! This car is the worst pile of junk I have ever owned and I would not touch a GM product ever again. Last year $1,000 to replace front struts and the beat goes on! All this with less than 75,000 miles! YUK!

    By Ron Batho on Oct 25, 2011

  87. Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. I own a 2002 Pontiac Gram AM GT (Black Beauty) and she hasn’t had blinkers in years; I found this site after searching for solutions for other things going on with her. I was a bit hesitant at first because I was told years ago that it was most likely my Multi-funtion but this was the solution. $19.00 at Advance Auto parts and a total of 10 minutes of my time :)

    By India on Nov 5, 2011

  88. Thank you! Great instructions – able to resolve this in just a few minutes!

    By Jim Smith on Nov 19, 2011

  89. Fantastic article! You were exacly right on. Thanks for taking the time to help us Internet mechanics!

    By Ron on Nov 20, 2011

  90. Great Article, I have a 2002 Grand Am that this very same problem happened. I called my dealership and reported the vin # and it was actually a recall. The only requirements was the car must be under 150k miles and less than 10 years old. I qualified, got it fixed in about an hour and walked out owing nothing.
    Thanks for all your comments.

    By Riley on Nov 21, 2011

  91. Great Article Brian. I also have had this problem with my 2004 grand am that has only 46,000 miles. It first started with the annoying clicking sound & then the turn signal malfunction. I’ve replaced both the hazard switch & the multi-function switch 8 months ago then about 2 months ago they stopped working. Then had multi-function switch replace about 2-3 weeks ago they stop working this past weekend while on the highway :( The work was done by Tires Plus that guarantees it. But i need a more perm fix. I found your site yesterday & called the Pontiac # they said no recall for my vin#.
    So, I guess i’ll try calling NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION’S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE. thanks for all your information here ^.^

    By DeepC on Nov 28, 2011

  92. Grand Am Models from 99-05 use the same ac delco part for the Hazard switch & it also uses the same multi-function switch *_*

    By DeepC on Nov 28, 2011

  93. Can someone help i have a 1999 grand am and my turning signals dose not work. At all. Can someone help me

    By Meme on Nov 28, 2011

  94. Have you read any of the post above?

    By brmorris on Nov 30, 2011

  95. DeepC,

    That’s very interesting — I haven’t heard of a case where replacing both the multi-function switch and hazard switch didn’t fix it.

    By brmorris on Nov 30, 2011

  96. Eureka! It worked for me too! Thank you for the info…it’s priceless! Made my night!

    By Frances on Dec 13, 2011

  97. Mr. Morris..THANK YOU! This also worked for me, unfortunately GM refused to cover my ’04 Pontiac Grand Am so I filed a complaint with the NHTSA. Something I recommend every GM owner do until these jerks realize this problem won’t go quietly away. Funny thing is there are TWO GM vehicles (Malibu) in my household with the same damn problem at the same time. Very annoying!

    By DanaFL on Dec 21, 2011

  98. I Googled the problem and it brought me here. My son said his turn signals quit working on his 2004 Grand Am. I found the emergency flashers weren’t working either. After reading up on this site I was able to find the part on Amazon.com for less than $14. At this point I’m waiting for the part to arrive. Not real happy. This is probably our LAST car I will buy from “The Big Three”. This Grand Am has less than 65,000 miles on it. My daughter’s 2000 Camry has 220,000 miles on it and it’s easy going strong.

    Another point of interest, I found that Amazon is an awesome place to buy replacement parts CHEAP. I bought a replacement mirror for my daughter’s Camry for $25 (and it’s the type with the power adjustment). Then she hit a deer and I bought the turn signal assembly for $11 and it came with a new bulb!!

    Thanks for the help. Hopefully the new switch will solve the problem.

    By Steve on Dec 31, 2011

  99. Hi, everyone. I just inherited a 2000 grand am gt. It has the same problem only I’ve called Autozone, Oreilly’s and Advance auto parts. No one carries this relay. Is this a dealer only part? And can I still get free or at cost have a dealer fix it? (It’s Saturday at 4:45pm so no dealer’s open now)

    Dan

    By Dan on Jan 7, 2012

  100. Never mind. I asked for a turn signal relay and not a hazard switch. They have the hazard switch.

    By Dan on Jan 9, 2012

  101. Just another vote for ‘this works!’ less than $20 from amazon and about 5 mins work. Thank you!!!

    By Timothy on Jan 21, 2012

  102. I wanted to thank you so much for your excellent instructions and pictures on how to fix this problem. We tried to find a solution at auto parts stores and other websites but I (Christine) was very persistent. I did not feel safe without my turn signals. My boyfriend (Dave) fixed the problem so easily because of you…thank you…thank you…thank you!!!! Very much appreciated :-)

    By Christine & Dave on Feb 2, 2012

  103. Thanks for the post, unfortunately I had to figure out the problem before I found this post. Had the same problem with the turn signals being intermittent. I replaced the Hazzard Switch and worked great for a few weeks. Problem started again, GREAT, this time no hazzard flasher either. Guess I’ll have to get a new switch again. Sad that GM will not take responsibility unless you jump through their hoops. Thanks again for the post!

    By Brian on Feb 18, 2012

  104. Had the same ticking sound as many of you on my 2004 Grand Am. I removed the hazard switch which was simple and took about 10 minutes. It was Sunday and no stores were open so I decided to clean the turn signal switch. Again this was very easy to access and there was a small amount of black grease on the contacts. Just enough for one q tip. i cleaned the contacts with contact spray and problem solved. Two tips: If removing the hazard switch don’t use a screw driver to remove the ring around the ignition switch, just pull the bezel with even force and it will remove it without damage. Second when cleaning the contacts on the turn signal switch, there is no reason to completely disassemble, take all screws out and raise the side the turn signal is on and clean it that way and than reinstall all screws.

    By George T on Feb 19, 2012

  105. My daughters 2002 Pontiac Grand AM recently had the blinkers stop working. My husband changed the light bulbs but was only able to use blinkers manually then.While trying to figure out how to fix the problem I came across this information.We called Pontiac & were told it wasn’t covered.Then received a call the next day from them saying it was.Took car into dealership and had part replaced FREE OF CHARGE.Blinkers work great again.Can’t believe how common the problem is.Thanks for the info bmorris. You have helped so many people.

    By Debbie on Mar 15, 2012

  106. Brian, Awesome site. THANK YOU !!
    Couple of tips I might add for the intermittent signal operation repair. In order to squeeze the side tabs of the hazard switch to slide it out of the bracket, I taped a ¼” nut on each jaw of my channel locks, and squeezed directly behind the tabs because I couldn’t get a good grip on the tabs themself. Please read on as to why I didn’t want to break it out.

    The following is more detailed than any consumer should go, but for those die hard techs out there, I thought I’d submit what I’d found. Being a tech, I wanted to see for myself what was wrong with this thing. Sure nuff, as the GM Bulletin said, bad solder joint.(little or no solder more like it) Shouldn’t have passed a QC inspection.

    Pry on the red tab in the middle of the case bottom, while pushing in on the back of switch between the pins, and the guts of this thing slide out in 1 solid piece. I looked closely at the 8 pin IC & found two pins with hardly any solder. One “popped” loose with hardly any pressure from a scribe. I re-soldered those two pins & popped the thing back together. Don’t try this without the right equipment. Holding the iron on too long can transfer heat down the metal tabs & melt who knows what kind of plastic hidden underneath.

    I’d already put a replacement switch in the vehicle so I didn’t take the time to test the old switch after resoldereing, but I’m 95% sure this was the problem. ( I never say 100% with electronics)
    If you think this is worth posting, I can send you a few photos of the IC & where to pry the switch apart.
    thanks again, jim

    By Jim K on Mar 15, 2012

  107. ok well I had both problems. The clicking noise and intermittent turn signals. So I called Pontiac and boy what a waste of time that was. “bring in so we can put on the computer” she was dumb and I guess she assumed I was too. I tried to explain the problem but she just kept giving me the “canned responses”. Pontiac wants a couple of gallons of your gas, $90 at least to “check it with a computer, about 4 hours of you time just to see if they will cover it. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME!! Both fixes together take about an hour all together at a total cost of about $18. SUPER EASY!!! If you are compelled to pay a dealer ship to do this repair don’t!!! Call me if your in the Ventura / LA area and I’ll do it immediately for half of what they will bob you for! 805-276-1489

    By James Sperling on Mar 23, 2012

  108. Thank you so much for your help. I have a 2003 Oldsmobile Alero, with the intermittent turn signal problem. I believe the multi-function switch gets gummed up with grease and in turn causes the hazard switch to go bad. So I decided to go after the cause of the failure first and clean the muti-function switch while replacing the hazard switch at the same time, it only took about an hour to do both, and my cost was only $17.00

    By Alan on Mar 24, 2012

  109. Just want to say thanks for the tip. Normally I dont participate on any type of post but this was very effective for me and my 2002 Grand Am. The deal breaker here i believe is who you call. I called GM and the rep almost didnt cover it. I explained what was happening and advised that i had it professionally checked (after i read these postings of course)and could not figure out the problem. He offered to set me up with a dealer and i played crybaby role about having to flip the bill and he on his own checked for what is called a bulletin and not a recall. What you could do as well is call the local dealership(svc dept) of your make and model give them the vin and they will run to see if there are any pending bulletins. Should be free. Long story short i got it fixed for free. Now be carful wil the requirements of coverage. I was told the vehicle could not be more that 10 years old or no more than 150k in miles. Mine is 10 years old and he was not going to cover me because i missed it by 3 months. Ask or check for the manufactured date or inservice date. Mine was in may and saved my behind. In spite of the fact that it may not cote much to fix at least i didnt have to worry about it and the dealer i took it too knocked it out in about 45 mins. I hope this helps and saves somebody a little cash.

    By Mario A on Mar 29, 2012

  110. ok, so I have a 2010 pontiac vibe that has this issue, but only in the heat..took it to the dealership twice and they couldn’t figure it out…SCREAM…so using this to show to my father’s machanic to hopefully fix it!!

    By Charlotte on Apr 3, 2012

  111. My 2001 Buick Lesabre is doing something odd. The turn signal light in the front passenger side – the one under the headlights under the amber lens – is malfunctioning some of the time. I get a rapid clicking sound when it acts up. I checked when it does this and the bulb is out. But then it stops doing that and is back on again.
    The bulb is in an awkward spot and isn’t easy to replace. It looks like you need to go under the hood and remove the entire headlight unit to get to it.

    By Dan on Apr 12, 2012

  112. Great post, my turn signals would not work in cold weather until the cabin warmed up. Following your instructions, with the pictures, made it easy. $18.00 for a new hazard switch from NAPA and 20 minutes later, problem solved. Thank you.

    By William on Apr 28, 2012

  113. As it turns out all I needed to do was replace the amber bulb under the headlight assembly. Taking the headlight assembly wasn’t all that hard after all. It’s a bit of a pain that GM made it more tricky than it had to be but if you take your time and pull gently to get the headlight out you are good to go.

    Thanks

    By Dan on Apr 28, 2012

  114. Saved me a ton of time, had the same problem. Thank you very much.

    By Chris on Apr 29, 2012

  115. I have a 2000 pontiac grand am and I started having this problem today and i found this page and after gettin the information off here i called my local dealership and they said it would cost me $85 an hr to find the problem I called another dearlership in the next town over and they got my vin number and said they would fix the problem for free because there is a recall for faulty turn signals. Im am thankful for the person who posted this because if i didnt see this i would have probably been out a lot of money paying the mechanic to find and fix the problem

    By Debbie on Apr 30, 2012

  116. The person who posted it says “you’re welcome”.

    By brmorris on Apr 30, 2012

  117. I have been having he same problem in my 2004 grand am and this helped me out soon much thanks. I have another issue when my signals went out so did my radio and smoke came out of the steering colum. But on a good not my signals work whenever a cop is near lol

    By Jonquil on May 4, 2012

  118. My Grand Am 2002 was having turn signal issues as well, not always working and the flasher noise sporadically. I called the number for Pontiac and was referred to GM Canada. I provided my vin to Robbyn the greatest help ever, and she checked and found that my vehicle had been pun into service on 23 May 2002 and that the recall was good for 10 years. (expires in 10 days) She recorded my call and directed me to a local dealer where I will get the work done for free. She also told me there was a Service Update notice issued in 2002 that had never been dealt with. It deals with a software update that will be done for free as well. My lucky day. Thanks guys

    By Kimberley GRAY on May 12, 2012

  119. I just happened to go online to see why both my blinkers don’t work. I Saw this website. I called the number and they said this car was not recalled. The would not do anything. So, I quess once the mechanic looks at it, if I have anymore issues: time to start complaining big time from what I see here.

    By cheryl majer on May 22, 2012

  120. My turn signals stopped working on my 2001 Grand Am. So out of desperation I searched the web for an answer. After several sites I came accross yours. And I must say I love this site. You see I have been building race car engines for over three decades. However when I look at newer cars I lift the hood and nothing under it resembles an engine. It may have a few plastic covers that lead you to believe there is an engine there, but thats about all in my book. So when my signals quit, all I could think of was the nightmare was just about to begin. Pleasantly suprised I might add, VERY pleasantly suprised to see you had the fix. It took me twelve minutes and twenty dollars and i’m on the road again. So I want to thank you very much. And if you ever need to know anything about super charged alchohol burning race motors just hit me up. lol, Thank you very much !

    By Val on May 30, 2012

  121. I have a 2001 grand am.my problem is that my parks will not go off.i have my lights set on auto.but they will not go off and its running my battery down.this the first time i every had a problem with my car.so if anyone can help please let me know how i can get this problem fixed thank you.

    By shorty on Jun 3, 2012

  122. I have a 2001 grand am.my problem is that my parks lights will not go off.i have my lights set on auto.but they will not go off and its running my battery down.this the first time i every had a problem with my car.so if anyone can help please let me know how i can get this problem fixed thank you.

    By shorty on Jun 3, 2012

  123. I called Pontiac about my 2003 Grand Am and spoke to a Marsella Gomez. Pontiac will not do anything for me because this is not on a recall. I filed a complaint with the NHTSA. I’m not to good at working on cars so I’ll take it to my my mechanic and have him fix it. If GM doesn’t want to fix this for free then they won’t be paid by me to fix it. I am so glad my tax dollars bailed them out.

    By Carl johnson on Jun 12, 2012

  124. I had my mechanic replace the hazard light switch today. it cost me $93 (part and labor) but it is probably cheaper than a ticket and I definitely feel safer now. I hope this problem is gone for good.

    By Carl johnson on Jun 13, 2012

  125. Thank you sooo much!!! $19.25 after tax and 20 minutes later I have turn signals again!!!

    By Stacey on Jul 1, 2012

  126. I will add a big THANK YOU for the original post and to those who added their helpful hints. It even took ME only about 20 mins to change out the hazard flasher switch on my 2000 Grand Am, thanks to the detailed instructions and photos. If there is one hint that I could add from my experience… when trying to get the green part out of the black assembly I fastened the green part into a bench vise so that I had both hands free to work the side tabs and push it through – it came out in about 5 seconds.

    By Art C on Jul 17, 2012

  127. I had the same issue here. My mechanic replaced the hazard switch, and then a few days later, the clicking in the steering wheel started. He replaced the turn single/ multifunction part. But the ring plate needs replacing and he hasn’t been able to find one yet. Any suggestions? I’ve tried an internet search but I must be calling it the wrong thing. Its what the spring contacts in order for the horn to work.

    By Lisa on Jul 25, 2012

  128. The part you are looking for is called a CLOCK SPRING

    By Doug on Sep 7, 2012

  129. Sorry, you are talking about the horn contact ring. The clock spring is deeper into the steering wheel towards the air bag.

    By Doug on Sep 7, 2012

  130. I have a 2001 Grand Am. I had intermittent turn signals, so I replaced my hazzard switch. They worked great until the next morning at 3 am. They wouldn’t work at all. After work around 2 pm I got back into the car and they worked fine. I thought great. The next morning at 3 am, no signals again. I found that when my lights are on, either auto or manually, my turn signals won’t work. When the lights are off, they work great. Any ideas? Thanks

    By David Moore on Nov 13, 2012

  131. I would probably replace the multi-function switch at that point, which seems to be at the root of the problem. I didn’t get to try because I traded it in.

    By brmorris on Nov 14, 2012

  132. I called the number, gave them my VIN #, and they set up for me to take it to a local dealer for repair free of charge. Thanks for the great info!

    By Tom Wulf on Nov 17, 2012

  133. Having the same problem wiyh my sons 03 grand am pontiac has no recall for my vin all the parts have been replaced this seems that this is going to be a constant issue. Paid good money for the car to GM should fix but they do what they want no matter how dangerous.

    By Brian on Dec 6, 2012

  134. Brian,

    You had the multi-function switch in the steering column replaced?

    By brmorris on Dec 7, 2012

  135. Thanks so much! $130 (both switches) and about 25 minutes for a full fix. The pix were extremely helpful!

    By Marty on Dec 10, 2012

  136. Haven’t check in here recently since life’s been crazy. I got nowhere with Pontiac and my local dealer except being out $50 for them to look at it, tell me what I already knew was wrong, and then say they aren’t going to fix it after sending me there. On top of that they lost my key to the car, wanted to just give me another remote to which I told them no they were going to re-key the whole car….sorry there are bad people in this world and I didn’t need my “lost” key floating around in their hands….and all while they lied about it all. Turn signal issue…had a friend replace the hazard switch and have not had an issue since…knock on wood. I will never buy another GM car due to their poor customer service.

    By Amy on Feb 7, 2013

  137. Thanks, you have save me a lot of money, great pictures 2-7-13

    By Ray on Feb 7, 2013

  138. Thankx so much for this info! … I’ve been having this problem for a couple yrs! I will be having the multi switch and the hazard switch replaced now asap — Also could you tell me why you think the shop could not fix my dash light? they shop picked up my car from work and brought it back to me at my job and told me they could not find the problem to fix it? i thought all they would have to do was change the bulbs ??? my car is a 2002 Grand Am thankx in advance…

    By KeKe on Apr 23, 2013

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