Test Q: Right Turn Indicator Never/Always On

1998 Mercury Villager GS, Van CargoSECTION Test Q: Right Turn Indicator Never/Always On
  1. Turn ignition on. Place multifunction switch in right turn position. If outside right turn signal operates, go to next step. If outside right turn signal does not operate properly, see EXTERIOR LIGHTS wiring diagrams in SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAMS article in the WIRING DIAGRAMS section.
    NOTE: If right turn indicator light is always on, go to step 3).
  2. Turn ignition off. Remove instrument cluster. See INSTRUMENT CLUSTERΒ  in REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Remove right turn indicator light bulb. Test continuity of bulb. Replace bulb if necessary. Retest system. If bulb is okay, go to next step.
  3. Disconnect instrument cluster connector C270. Turn ignition on. Place multifunction switch in right turn position. Measure voltage between ground and instrument cluster connector C270 terminal No. 2 (Red/White wire). See Figure - Figure . If voltage alternates between zero and 10 volts, replace instrument cluster printed circuit. See PRINTED CIRCUITΒ  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Retest system. If voltage does not alternate between zero and 10 volts, repair open or short in Red/White wire. Retest system.
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