Turn Signal Canceling Actuator

[money pit]

I had to replace the the contact ring for the horn on the crush can. Is the the metal canceling actuator supposed to fit tightly against the contact ring, pushing it down? When I removed the crush can, the contact for the horn was loose because the rubber insulation was gone, causing the horn to go off constantly. Is there supposed to be a little clearance between the rubber insulation and the metal actuator? Thanks

 

[Steve340]

Right against it - no clearance.

 

[Xcudame]

The clearance is built into the horn ring! Springs hold the connection "open" and when you push on the center cap, you collapse the springs, thus closing the connection and the horn(s) sounds.

 

[money pit]

Right against it - no clearance.

Thanks, that's what I thought.

 

[moparleo]

Looks like a fight with the wrong tools to work on.

 

[Steve340]

I used a pair of gearbox clip pliers which worked well. That cancel actuator is pretty tough spring steel I think. Also two person job helps.

 

[money pit]

Looks like a fight with the wrong tools to work on.

Yeah, the previous owner gutted the steering column. There were many parts that were missing (snap rings, collars, etc.), which caused the steering shaft to move up and down. It looks like he used a screwdriver to remove the crush can. I like tools so if I need a tool and only use it once, I'll buy it. I've learned my lesson, it's better to use the correct tool than ruin the part. I just ordered a new crush can on Ebay. Thanks

I used a pair of gearbox clip pliers which worked well. That cancel actuator is pretty tough spring steel I think. Also two person job helps.

That's exactly what I did. I agree, it's a two person job. I'm going to do it again when I receive the new crush can. Thanks.