I had a similar problem with my BMW 2002.  The mechanism inside the turn
signal relay was seized.  I simply popped off the cover and freed up the
parts.  I don't know how easy it is to get into a Vanagon relay but if new
one is only $8 you might as well tear it open.

-John

'85 Silver Sunroof
'91 GTi 2.0 8v
'76 BMW 2002

>From: Matthew <poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU>
>Reply-To: Matthew <poll7356@UIDAHO.EDU>
>To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
>Subject: Sticking Turn Signals?
>Date: Tue, 16 Dec 2003 09:25:21 -0800
>
>86 syncro-
>the turn signals are acting weird. They will stop working but the green
>indicator light will barely stay lit.  When i turn on the emergency
>flashers the problem goes away and the turn signals work great. Is this
>a bad contact in the flasher relay thing or in the actual turn signal
>lever?
>thanks
>matthew

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