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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 09:58 PM
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Default Worn out volume switch??? - '05 Ultra

Guess I've used the volume/bass/treble/fader switch one too many times in three years.

Seems like a poor "contact" connection - really got to play around with it and push/press hard (cheap azz thing anyhow).

Contact cleaner / deoxidizer didn't help either

Can you buy just the switch and is it a simple DIY plug and play deal??? Covered in the service manual???

THANKS in advance. Dave H.

 
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 10:14 PM
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Yes, you can buy just the switch...........I have one sitting in my toolbox. I believe it was under $20 from my local dealer.

It is easy to do, just not a lot of room to work with. There is 4 wires for the switch, and you will have to cut, solder, and heat shrink the wires.

Steve
 
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 11:15 PM
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Dielectric grease on the contacts?
 
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Old Jul 13, 2007 | 11:37 PM
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My switch was still okay, but my thumb **** fell off. I know you can buy the ****.
 
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 06:29 AM
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ORIGINAL: hoz88

Dielectric grease on the contacts?
It's a sealed switch, no way to get in to the contacts.

Steve
 
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Old Jul 14, 2007 | 07:02 AM
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Damn. Well I tried!
 
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