Dash indicator light always on

[captain Byrne]

Strange one - my indicators work fine but the green light on the dash is constantly on. Not bright, in fact very faint but still it's getting some current from somewhere. Ideas anyone? Cheers.

[Bubble Meister]

If you have a wiring diagram it's easier to explain. I believe that the dash board power supply voltage (dashboard plug T14/8) is higher than the indicator signal (T14/10). This means the dash is earthing through the indicator circuit, giving the faint glow . In fact both terminals should be the same voltage - the potential difference would be 0 and the LED wouldn't glow. The problem may be the ignition switch as this should be wired (black wire) directly to the dash board.

[windy]

Very likely the flasher unit has been changed for a non standard type & that is causing the glow. It won't cause any problems.

[captain Byrne]

Very likely the flasher unit has been changed for a non standard type & that is causing the glow. It won't cause any problems.

Interesting - I did change the relay some time back for a generic Halfords one. I suspect that might be the problem then.

[Bubble Meister]

Or try an original flasher relay first! ☺

[captain Byrne]

Thanks chaps, ordered a proper relay - see what happens.

[captain Byrne]

New relay sorted it - thanks chaps.