Turn Signal Indicator Lever

[donner]

Lane change turn signal indicator works fine for me. But when I attempt to make a turn, it is noticeably difficult to transition the indicator lever from the lane change to the turn signal position. The manual states that the lever does not mechanically lock, but mine feels like it does lock although it is difficult for me to do so.

1. Is it normal to feel like the turn signal lever "locks" into place for turn signaling? I cannot get the signal indicator to remain on prior to and during a turn without moving the lever into a seemingly "locked" position.

2. If so, why does it seem to take significant force to lock the indicator into place?

[akirby]

There were some bad switches. You can either replace the lever assembly or someone posted a DIY procedure to fix it yourself if you're out of warranty.

[omar302]

A DIY was posted in the Explorer forum which have the same turn signal stalk:

http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=395191

[FordService]

Lane change turn signal indicator works fine for me. But when I attempt to make a turn, it is noticeably difficult to transition the indicator lever from the lane change to the turn signal position. The manual states that the lever does not mechanically lock, but mine feels like it does lock although it is difficult for me to do so.

 

Good morning donner,

 

I recommend making an appointment with your Ford Dealer, found here. Also, what's the year and mileage of your Edge?

 

Todd