23 series battery gauge problem

Posted by Deskdriver On 2014/9/22 10:57:24

I'm having some problems with my 23 series. Was working on the right front parking light as it is not working. Bulb checks okay. I started from the light socket and work backwards looking for a short, nothing found. Lots of old wires with tape on them. I know better that disturbing them.

Then I slide under the dash to check if the indicator wires maybe shorting on the column. I had to move this group of wires an inch or so for inspection. Then, I hear this clicking sound like the turn indicator is on. Looking at the battery gauge, the needle goes to discharge and then back to center with a "Ticking" sound. The ignition is not on!

I use the quick disconnect on the battery to stop the "Ticking". Any ideas as to the cause?

I need to take the car in to CHP for VIN (I know there isn't one, but still someone wants to see some numbers) inspection before I can get it registered. During the inspection they usually check out all the lighting and such.

Thank you for your time. I am learning.
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ps never did get the turn signals working. Horn is not working either.