Indicator & High Beam fault.

[VW Boomer]

Hi Guys,

My '09 MK5 Golf GTi developed an unusual fault two days ago. When I indicate (Three flash lane change) to turn, my high beam comes on for a few seconds, the right indicator flashes three times, then the left indicator flashes three times. It doesn't matter which way I attempt to turn, I get the same outcome.

If I move the indicator fully into the on position, the High beam comes on and stays on until I re-centre it. The same pattern of indicator flashes is repeated. If I turn the indicator on when the ignition is on, but, motor not running, the high beam comes on and stays on.


Any ideas what is going on here?

PS. I have a Stage 1 ECU and DSG tune done in March '17. I get the occasional intermittent Engine Warning light which disappears after a couple of days. This light came on Saturday night and is still on. The indicator trouble started the following Monday night.

Thanks for any advice you can give me.

VWBoomer.

[Umai Naa!!]

It's possible that the indicator/high beam stalk is worn internally, and may need replacing.

As for the engine light, you'll need to have it scanned for codes.

[VW Boomer]

If that was the case, would it throw a code identifying it? My brother-in-law has a VSDC program.

Bernie

[Umai Naa!!]

It might, but I wouldn't count on it.

If you're able to manipulate the fault by moving the stalk around, then it's a good chance that's what it'll be.

[JustCruisn]

Is the indicator stalk pushed forward to the high beam mode ?

[VW Boomer]

Hi JustCruisn

No the stalk is in its normal low beam position. It does not seem to vary the response with wiggling of the stalk. I have owned from new and am quite particular about my treatment of the car. I am the driver for 99% of the cars life. Its been well treated/pampered.

Seems odd that when I put the indicator into the on position, there is no indicator action at all. Only the high beam coming on and staying on until I cancel the turn or it self cancels.