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Turn signals stay on, but don't flash (83 XJ650 Maxim)

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by APOP, Aug 14, 2011.

  1. APOP

    APOP New Member

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    Read some of the posts already and here is where I am at. My left turn signal will light, but not blink. Right signal will not come on at all. All connections are clean, front to back and I've tried changing the relay. I read that it could be the alternator brushes...anything else I should look for? Thanks.
     
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    For the left side: Wrong bulbs, or maybe a bad flasher module.

    For the right side: A bad bulb, dirty/corroded bulb bases or sockets, a bad turn signal switch, a broken wire, a disconnected bullet connector, bad ground at a turn signal fixture.
     
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    my right turn signal likes to stay lit too. if i rev the bike it will start blinking again
     
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    Test Charging Current at Battery Terminals.
    +14.3 ~ 14.5V DC @ 2000 rpms after you test Bulbs and Sockets for continuity and power.

    If the Light Blink when the rpm's increase, ...
    Check Alternator Brushes.
    Replace if not to Specs.

    Service the Charging System.
    Ck Brushes.
    Clean Brushes "Orbits" on Rotor.
    Scrub Orbits with Typewriter Eraser.
     
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    Oh, also check the connector with multiple white wires that sits next to the regulator/rectifier (lefr side cover). It tends to get bad connections, oxidizes the pins, and melts the plastic. Clean up or replace as needed.
     
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    RDR, at that mileage you need to check the alternator brushes, probably replace them and clean the alternator rotor as Rick suggested.

    Below 2000 rpm, everything is pretty much running on the battery; so if the signals don't blink at idle but do with revs on the clock, chances are you also have a soggy battery. Or, it's not being kept fully charged.
     
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    Thanks for all the help guys. I'm gonna go through each suggestion, one by one. Once I find the problem, I'll post what it was. Thanks again.
     
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