Description

DESCRIPTION





The hazard switch is integral to the hazard switch module, which is secured near the center of instrument panel just above the radio. Only the hazard switch button (1) is visible through a dedicated, beveled, circular opening in the instrument panel between the two center panel outlets of the heat and air conditioning system. A red, stencil-like International Control and Display Symbol icon for Hazard Warning identifies the hazard switch button. The remainder of the hazard switch module is concealed behind the instrument panel.

All of the circuitry and components of the hazard switch module are contained within a molded black plastic housing. On the opposite end of the housing from the switch button is an integral connector receptacle and a stamped steel mounting bracket. The mounting bracket includes two latch feature tabs (3) that extend downward to support the back of the housing. These tabs engage the edge of the mounting hole provided for the switch in the instrument panel above the radio opening. The switch module housing also has an integral short, dowel-like alignment pin on each side just behind the switch button that is engaged in integral ramp formations in the instrument panel two align and support the face of the module. Finally, a single screw (2) through the top of the radio opening securely fastens the switch module to the instrument panel.

The switch module is connected to the vehicle electrical system through a single dedicated take out and connector of the instrument panel wire harness. Within the hazard switch module is the hazard switch circuitry, which includes a circuit board with both the hazard switch and the electronic combination flasher circuitry. The circuitry of the combination flasher performs both the hazard flasher and the turn signal flasher functions.

The hazard switch module cannot be adjusted or repaired and, if ineffective or damaged, it must be replaced as a unit.