Turn signals and flasher stop working when I start the car?

Tiny
REBAROSA
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  • 2002 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 3.1L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
The turn signal and 4-way flashers work with the power on, but when you start the car, they both stop working.
Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 AT 5:48 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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So, when the flasher is using about 12 volts it still works but when you start the engine the voltage goes to about 14 volts so the flasher overloads and stops working, here is the location of the flasher and how to change it out. Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Tuesday, July 26th, 2022 AT 11:41 AM
Tiny
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Thanks so much Ken, that makes perfect sense. I ordered the part on eBay. Thanks so much what a great service you have.
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Wednesday, July 27th, 2022 AT 9:58 AM
Tiny
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You are welcome, use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
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Thursday, July 28th, 2022 AT 9:55 AM

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