How to Replace a Turn Signal/ Headlight Switch for Cheap | Blinker Diagnosis (97-01 Toyota Camry)

[@loreecook1578]

Toyota just quoted me $995 (2.5hrs labor) to do this.. LOL. What a joke. My Tacoma and I thank you!!!!! :)

[@VirtualStepdad]

You’re very welcome :)

[@Rider0fBuffalo]

quoted $500 for me (charged me 150 to diagnose). Took me 15 minutes (5 minutes on ebay +10 install). Even easier on the '04 camry. Prviously they quoted me 250 for plastic part on the bottom of the car. I bought it for $20, and asked them kindly to install as part of an oil change. lol. Nice enough staff, but they are ridiculous to quote people such prices for factory "new" old parts.

[@danielwork4332]

Never go to Toyota☝🏽

[@amyhorl344]

Amen…I got that same load of crap it’s ridiculous what they want you to pay.

[@brianthomas7520]

Love Utube

[@oldmaninavan3592]

Thank you! I need to do the same thing in my Tundra and there are no videos on how to do this for my truck. Your video worked for my truck!

[@maritesmhayayson8743]

Thank you so much!!! This was super helpful. An auto shop was asking for $93 for them to install it. Now I can do it myself. So excited for my left turn signal to work normally again. 😀😊

[@VirtualStepdad]

absolutely! I'm glad it helped :D

[@JO-zf4ky]

Just wanna say your video was amazing and allowed me to fix this issue for next to nothing. Well done!

[@VirtualStepdad]

Glad it helped!

[@kokomonfil]

Thank you this work in my corolla 2000, you save around 100 buck only 15$ on amazon!!

[@VirtualStepdad]

I’m happy man :)

[@janicegrouge2271]

This fixed my problem. My headlights would no longer automatically turn off when I turned the car off. Searched the internet for a fix and couldn't find anything. Since the car doesn't ding at you when you leave the lights on, we have a had a few dead batteries in the morning. Disconnecting the battery was the hardest part for me. And getting the plastic pieces to snap back together. Took about 1/2 hour.

[@chandachimbala]

Thanks Mate, I love your explanations , pretty much similar with my Toyota,am having hi beam problems.simply did that was a easy fix .and I saved money.i got hairly legs too.😅😅

[@VirtualStepdad]

im glad i was able to help :D

[@camberwellcarrot420]

I bought a third party new one (WVE) from Rock Auto for less than 20 bucks. It's been working great for months now. Hardest part was getting the top and bottom plastic shroud pieces mated together for reassembly. Still took about 20 minutes start to finish.

[@augustotrejo1747]

Thanks to your video I saved a lot of money. thank you so much

[@VirtualStepdad]

You're welcome! Glad to help

[@ahmadjahan4213]

Thank you for sharing detailed video of how to.

[@agentorangephotography216c4]

I have a 99 Camry 4 cylinder American Edition both of my headlights randomly just stopped working at the exact same time I checked as many fuses as I could find and I believe it is probably this switch as well I will keep posted thank you for the video and the information

[@jabermazigh81]

Hey there.. Well, you actually did me a favor... No, my car is not a camry, it is actually a Sequoia, but guess what, from what I've seen on your video, the turn signal column/ switch look the same. I am a 100% sure it is much cheaper to ask for a camry switch than a sequoia one. Thanks for the super clear video... Keep it buddy..

[@VirtualStepdad]

I'm glad I could help !

[@kimberlycarter4480]

After watching this video it helped me fix my blinker in my kia before I drove it home some one put the damn fuse in wrong and I told my husband check the fuse and he did and that's what my issue was

[@Kelson01]

pls more turn signal content

[@bennygati3612]

I love the way you did it. Thanks,you were a HUGE HELP.

[@scolopede]

I stopped by Toyota to get this on the way home, price was $250, I knew better prices were on the internet. I knew what was wrong with my switch though because I had the problem before. I take whitish plastic cover off the switch, loosen two screws, turn over the part the loosens, clean the center contact that wears out real good with carb cleaner. Flux and solder on a thin piece of copper from an old cord plug I clipped off and cut around to make a circle. lol I'm pretty cheap but works great. From a plug that had folded prongs, not the solid ones, those are prob too thick. Only took about 15 minutes to clean on solder on.

[@mainstreet3395]

Excellent video man 👍

[@ytviewervoyeur]

Hello. I have a 97 Camry and just today the signals on both sides stop (they stay on-one at a time-they don't blink) and then they usually start blinking again. Then it happens again when I need to use them again. Any ideas if it is the flasher unit going out or the switch? Very informative video. Thanks a lot my friend.

[@F34RxBISCUIT]

now this is a very informative video right here

[@VirtualStepdad]

Thank you king 👑

[@Rgm3036]

Thanks for the info. It really helps a lot.

[@maritesmhayayson8743]

How do you disconnect the battery? Do you just remove the keys from the ignition?

[@scoobydoo4595]

Congrats on 15K views

[@VirtualStepdad]

Thank you :,)

[@str8slayn1]

Watching because I'm probably gonna have to do this on my Lexus LS400

[@VirtualStepdad]

I got a lexus ls430 so thats cool :O

[@michaelcarlin777]

Great video. Helped allot. Make more please.

[@VirtualStepdad]

I'd like to make more videos when it comes to fixing cars, just need mine to break first 😉

[@geneballay9590]

very nice, you are addressing exactly my situation. thank you for sharing.

[@VirtualStepdad]

No problem :)

[@connex7386]

After watching your video I installed a new switch in my friend's Camry. However once you turn on the turn signals in either direction and complete the turn, the switch does not reset itself. Did I miss something about the switch when I installed it?

[@VirtualStepdad]

I’m honestly not sure? I didn’t have that problem so I have no experience to help you :(

[@connex7386]

I removed the switch and discovered the mechanism that resets the switch is defective. Now I have to wait for a replacement to arrive

[@adellayde17]

When I use my blinker it makes my head lights turn off and when I turn the blinker off it’s 50/50 if the head lights come back on with out me turning the light toggle again. Could replacing my handle like yours maybe fix this problem? Thaaank youuu

[@VirtualStepdad]

It’s worth a shot to see if it works but I’m going to guess that you have a much bigger problem

[@andrewkazangian5460]

This is what my camry is doing! My headlights come back on when I apply pressure up on the Handle of the switch! I am going to get a blinker switch! Thanks

[@davidmuth4571]

I'm replacing my switch because it the lights come back on after turning it to OFF. Some are saying it's the relay, but I'm going for the switch because it's the cheapest part ($25 for OEM) to replace. If it's not the switch, I'm only out $25.

[@elitetrainercj]

Did you remeber to fill up the turn signal lights fluid?

[@VirtualStepdad]

OH NO I CANT BELIEVE I FORGOT

[@jeannefeldman8089]

Where do you add the fluid to??

[@bdm408]

Jeanne Feldman it’s a joke... it was a joke from ChrisFix

[@michaelcarlin777]

Where can I find the fill spot for the blinkers? I swear I've been searching for over an hour, approximately. They make these cars so difficult to work on anymore.... AND I'M A CAR GUY!!!

[@ကစ္ခိၪ္ဖိအသနၪ္]

Thanks for the information and video✌🏻

[@VirtualStepdad]

No problem friend

[@tommycorbet]

Can you can operate the plugged in"new" switch before the final installation?

[@VirtualStepdad]

@@tommycorbet I don't see why not, as long as you have all the necessary connections it would be wise to test it before putting back on the cover. Kinda silly I didn't think to do that too lol

[@walterjunovich6180]

Super helpful video. Thank you so much !! 👍👍👍😟🤗🤗🤗

[@VirtualStepdad]

Thank you for the kind words !

[@walterjunovich6180]

Your video saved me a whole lot of bullshit taking off the airbag and steering wheel. Got the job done in 20 minutes 👍👍👍

[@VirtualStepdad]

@@walterjunovich6180 hell yeah I’m glad it helped out for sure 🙏

[@Ionlyexistpardner.]

Since you cannot turn the steering wheel at the junkyard to have access on the other screws what tools do you recommend in breaking that steering wheel cover.

[@VirtualStepdad]

Yeah I’d say it shouldn’t be a problem

[@jeremyscaggs7315]

This looks like the same setup as my 06 Tundra. I think I'm having the same issue. But my both turn signals work. But if I turn my switch all the way up for the headlights. They go 📴. ???? If I let off the switch the headlights work.

[@gabriellesosa9977]

Does your 2001 Toyota Camry have problems leaving all headlights on we’re people think your brights are on ?

[@effenrad6776]

Just got a new one off Amazon for 20$. But thanks for the how to

[@gorgonzola1761]

How did the cheap one from Amazon work?

[@TheHearseAroundJimThorpe]

Same issue on my 2000 left one as well works about 1/3 of the time. I heard that they work up too 06 I am installing fog lights and will need a column with a fog light switch.

[@amyhorl344]

I own a Camry 2009 SE and my headlight piece on the turn signal switch falls out. This was not a gradual thing it was night time and I got back in my car went to start it and turn the lights on and lights wouldn’t come on. Just the portion that turns. My signals work fine. It’s literally just that in peace that you turn and when I pull it out I see it the entire rod that’s inside of it comes out. There are two ball bearings and two springs. I can feel the tension of the springs but I cannot get the end to stay back in. Can I replace the entire headlight/turn signal piece the same way you did? Is it that simple on my model? I’ve already got my steering wheel plastic parts off.

[@MrCarmelo1959]

Hey maybe the plug was loose on yours causing the defect since it pulled out very easy you should’ve tried pushing the wire plug in securing the connection then try it again not needing to replace the switch sorry thanks

[@jowell6508]

What if there is no lights for signal light, not blinking, no lights too even hazard light,what should need to fix it

[@ctg8563]

When i put my high beams on theres a delay for them to turn on. Would that be a bad fuse or switch?

[@VirtualStepdad]

I’d say just replace both since they are so cheap anyways, but do the fuse first

[@tommycorbet]

Could be a relay, again readily accessible at the junkyard. Don't know the pricing for the used as opposed to new.

[@johnnyelectric4844]

thanks for all that now it does not seem to be the switch i think its the relay or blinker thing , the left blinker keeps blinking i cleaned the switch but still the one side never shuts off can you help i cant get the relay out or disconected

[@VirtualStepdad]

Um I'm not sure exactly what you're talking about but If you post a video of your problem so I can visualize it I can try and help

[@maritesmhayayson8743]

Hello! How do you disconnect the battery? Do you just remove the keys from the ignition?

[@VirtualStepdad]

I would look up a guide because it won’t make sense over a KZbin comment

[@maritesmhayayson8743]

@@VirtualStepdad Thanks! I asked my dad to disconnect my battery. But regardless, I was able to switch my turn signal switch successfully. I was so happy and proud of myself. I am so thankful for this video. I saved $100 labor. Woohoo!

[@VirtualStepdad]

@@maritesmhayayson8743 it makes me happy that I was able to help :)

[@smoothlikebutter3439]

You can change the turn signal switch on a 2008 Toyota Corolla. CE

[@spencerhall6744]

My headlights run on high beams but not on low beams. I just got the car a few days ago, and I’m guessing both headlights didn’t go out. Could that also be a switch problem?

[@shadcook406]

Hey, did you ever find the answer? I’m currently experiencing the same problem and am thinking of replacing the switch.

[@michaelcarlin777]

@@shadcook406 hey, did either of you find out. My car is doing it too. 😁

[@shadcook406]

@@michaelcarlin777 Haven’t figured it out yet, unfortunately. I tried a new switch and it didn’t fix the problem. Thankfully, the hi-beams on mine are dim enough that they don’t seem to bother people! Haha

[@formorepower]

Great video, thanks! Question: the light bulbs inside my turn signal stalk AND the wiper stalk on my '01 ES300 don't light up. All the other lights light up on my dashboard. Am I correct in assuming it's a fuse? Or could it be something else? I'm gonna use this video in case I gotta get in there.

[@VirtualStepdad]

Um I'm not too sure as I'm not the best source for this 😅 sorry I couldn't help

[@VirtualStepdad]

If I had to guess I would say it's the bulb not a fuse

[@formorepower]

@@VirtualStepdad Wow, yeah you're right. I checked all the fuses and they're ok. How do you get to the bulbs?

[@VirtualStepdad]

@@formorepower I have no idea I'm sorry 😅 I can go look at it tomorrow when I'm not at work and see if I can figure it out

[@bdm408]

formorepower I had to replace some bulbs as well and u got to remove the dashboard which is not too hard. But what is tricky is finding the right size of light bulb for the dashboard.

[@janicegrouge2271]

My headlights no longer automatically turn off when I turn the key off. Could this be the problem?

[@johnnyelectric4844]

thank you soooooo much!!

[@VirtualStepdad]

Yeah for sure!

[@richardtzib3471]

I have an issue on my 1998 Toyota mini ven I I turn the nub to turn the head light but it won’t work just the fog lights work but the head lights don’t turns on I chang the switch like you did and is still doing the same thing I chek the fuse every fuse wos fine could you please tell me what wrong

[@VirtualStepdad]

Sorry brother, at that point I’d take it to a mechanic, I don’t know that much about cars unfortunately

[@alexanderwarren4250]

Cheers bro legend thanks

[@VirtualStepdad]

Cheers homie

[@Virgolicious_]

Hey I have a 99 Toyota solara and I can’t put my headlights on high beam and when I turn the car completely off the high beam light comes on in the dashboard...and it’s also running my battery down. What could be the issue

[@VirtualStepdad]

Damn I have no idea I'm sorry, if I find anything I'll send a link to it

[@VirtualStepdad]

Quote from a forum "If all fuses are good, check the headlight control relay. It is located under the hood on the left fender well in relay block #2. Hope this helps."

[@Virgolicious_]

Okay thank you! I’ll get it checked out and let you know if this helped

[@VirtualStepdad]

@@Virgolicious_ good luck!

[@InDeDance]

Did you ever fix the problem, if so, what caused it?

[@paquesepas6696]

My problem is that even at off on my headlight switch, the headlights stay on at all modes. I checked my relay and fuses and when I disconnect the headlight fuses headlights turn off. Do you think this lever is the problem? 06 scion xb

[@gabriellesosa9977]

Omg I’m having the same problem for my 01 Camry have you found the issue

[@paquesepas6696]

@@gabriellesosa9977 yes my problem was a bad headlight switch lever. I opened it up when I took it off, and it was broken internally. Go to the junk yard and get one off a Camry like yours because I ordered a new no name one off amazon and it was also bad. I went to the junk yard for a used one and everything works now.

[@gabriellesosa9977]

@@paquesepas6696 okay because my brights and everything stay on and my brights even turn on automatically when I start the car and they won’t shut off all my lights stay on

[@paquesepas6696]

@@gabriellesosa9977 you can drive in the day if you just disconnect the fuse for the headlights.

[@westcoast6860]

Toyota Camry does those parts work for the 2008 Toyota corolla I think it does Japanese parts They should’ve charged you $15 for that switch 🚘⛽️🚧

[@VirtualStepdad]

I am not sure if it would work for the newer Corolla but maybe

[@0011clem]

$14 , what a deal. Over here in Australia the greedy car wreckers would want like $140 for that part . And if you went to Toyota to get the part , make sure you are ready to call 000 for an ambulance . because you will have a heart attack after hearing the price .

[@VirtualStepdad]

Dayum sounds expensive as hell

[@ironman3743]

Your steering wheel was locked because your key wasn’t in the ignition amigo

[@dexsisouvong]

All my lights work except my headlights