Town Car V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
Hazard Warning Switch: Description and Operation
DESCRIPTION
The multi-function switch, which is mounted to the steering column lock cylinder housing, provides electrical switching for the following:
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turn signal
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headlamp dimmer
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headlamp flash-to-pass
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hazard warning
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cornering lamps
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windshield washer/wiper
OPERATION
NOTE: The turn signal system is deactivated when the hazard flasher system is on. Turn signal lever motion does not affect the hazard flasher
system.
The hazard flasher feature of the lighting control module operates as follows:
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All turn signal lamps flash in unison by pressing and releasing the hazard actuator located on the top part of the steering column.
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The switch is identified by a double triangle symbol.
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The actuator moves out or away from the steering column to the ON position.
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Hazard flasher system is turned off by pushing and then releasing the actuator.
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The actuator should remain in or toward the steering column in the OFF position.
