directional flasher problem

2000 FORD CONTOUR
105,000 MILES • 2.5L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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C165RAZY
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turn signals wont work flashers wont work. but high beams do I changed the switch and the three prong flasher on the handle and tried 4 different handles nothing works. everything else electrical works please help me
Feb 25, 2014 at 11:28 AM
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HMAC300
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check the bulbs first to see if they work if you have changed themulti function switch then it's probably the flasher check fuses in central junction box first though. if it's the flasher it's the hazard switch
Feb 26, 2014 at 7:29 AM
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FLORIDAGUY
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Look at the passenger fuse panel, the top row fifth from the left is probably blown
Jul 10, 2019 at 12:33 PM
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STRAILER
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Excellent addition to this thread! Please feel free to help out whenever you are on the site :)
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:47 PM
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I have a 98 ford Contour and im replacing the flasher but i can not the flasher.... How can i ifnd it
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Flasher/Turn signal relay-

Take the plast cover off the steering column between the steering wheel and the dash. It should be located right on top or on the side.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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DEL_TORO345
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Interior problem
1995 Ford Contour 4 cyl Automatic 135000 miles

My flasher will not stop "clicking". my turn signal works fine but the audible click will not stop. i was told it could either be electrical or the flasher itself. if it is electrical how do i repair it. how can i further diagnose the problem.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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i would suggest first testing the relay. remove it and follow our steps on testing electrical relays found in our "how to" section.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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BIKER222
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every thing works make a noise like the flashers are on when they are not and after a little while it send little smoke comes from the device
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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if the turn signal (multifunction) switch is smoking then you will need to inspect the wiring to the switch and, most likely, replace the switch.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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JIM B.
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on my 1998 Ford Contour my flashers and directionals won't work after start up. after awhile they'll start working again. any ideas?
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check both the ignition switch to make sure it isn't out of adjustment and check the multi-function switch on the steering column.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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Electrical problem
1998 Ford Contour 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

I know the flasher is not working i bought
A new one but i can't find out where it is.
Can you help me?
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Flasher is located in front seating area, located at turn and emergency warning indicator switch at steering column tube.
Jul 13, 2019 at 12:48 PM (Merged)
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