Member Since: 30 Jan 2007
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caravan indicators dont work when hitched to my d3
Hi guys
this is my first post on this great site.
Problem i have is my c/van indicators dont work and no trailer sign appears on dash.All other lights etc ok.
Anybody help please?.
3rd Apr 2007 3:45 pm
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3rd Apr 2007 3:49 pm
10forcash
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The indicators should work without dealer intervention - that's only to add the height change restriction functionality - have you checked the fuses behind the LH trim panel in the boot? (the one where the removable towbar is stored)
You dont' have LED indicators on the van do you ?????"To finish first, one first has to finish ...."
3rd Apr 2007 6:00 pm
discojon
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Bodsy wrote:
You need to have the electrics enabled by your dealer. Did you fit them yourself?
Thanks bodsy,no i did not fit them myself.I have an 06 hse and this is the first time i have hitched up so have only just discovered the problem.The dealer is having a look on thursday so i will have to wait and see.
3rd Apr 2007 8:50 pm
discojon
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10forcash wrote:
The indicators should work without dealer intervention - that's only to add the height change restriction functionality - have you checked the fuses behind the LH trim panel in the boot? (the one where the removable towbar is stored)
The fuses in the boot dont appear to protect the indicators unless I am being dumb (quite possible!).
3rd Apr 2007 8:55 pm
discojon
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90BHP wrote:
Or worst case scenareo - sorry
You dont' have LED indicators on the van do you ?????
No I dont have led lamps etc.
3rd Apr 2007 8:56 pm
ronp
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loose/broken wire in the plug/socket circuit???🏴
3rd Apr 2007 9:18 pm
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when I first used the trailer electrics, one of my indicators did not work and I found that one of the fuses in the boot was missing replaced it and everything worked ok.1996 Discovery 1 300TDI ES Biarritz Blue, sold
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3rd Apr 2007 10:34 pm
Nigel Tracey
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90% of my trailer/caravan electrical problems have been with connections car/van or trailer etc. Pins being pushed in, poor contact with non-clean surfaces.
I guess you've ruled these out ?
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3rd Apr 2007 10:40 pm
discojon
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Thanks Nigel Tracey,I have checked the c/van electrics with my mates jeep and all ok.I have also checked the socket with a meter and no power is getting to the two indicator pins.Dealer is having a look thursday.
If you have the removable towbar, it's very easy to knock the fuse block that is located in the towbar stowage area as you get the towbar out. Might be worth a quick check to ensure that all the fuses are still there and are fully pressed home. Firts time I removed the towbar, I dislodged a fuse but knew I had done so and pressed it back in.Now an ex-D3 owner after 7 happy years. Miss the car but not the big bills
4th Apr 2007 8:29 am
discojon
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The problem was traced to a faulty multiconnector by the main dealer.We had a great weekend away in our caravan and the d3 was fantastic!!.
Thanks to all who offered help.
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replaced it and everything worked ok.
