Step down box replacement

2013 FORD FOCUS
130,200 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL
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BAASMARTIN
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Ford Figo. If i replaced the step down box underneath the steering for the hazards and indicator. must the new box be programmed before hazard and indicator will work?
Feb 8, 2019 at 6:25 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2CarPros.

If you are referring to the flasher unit, it should not require reprogramming.

I'm not sure what symptoms you are having, so I thought I would add this link. It discusses signal issues, how to check, and how to repair.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/turn-signals-not-working-blinker

Let me know if it helps.

Take care,
Joe
Feb 8, 2019 at 7:51 PM
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