lights and signal not working where should i start looking to fix the problem?

1999 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
99,000 MILES
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JOSE55P
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just put in new starter and lights were working fine till today.. but also has been dying on me at stop lights
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:19 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Check all fuses first. After that, check the multi-function switch.
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:21 AM
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JOSE55P
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where do i find the the mulit-function switch? thanks for your help.
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:24 AM
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It is the switch that operates the signals, high and low beam...
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:33 AM
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JOSE55P
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how do i fix that cause my blinkers also aren't working either.it just started to day. i believe it is that
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:36 AM
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Well if the switch is bad, the steering column has to come apart to access it. That means you will be dealing with an air bag. The battery needs to be disconnected for a minimum of 10 minutes prior to removing the steering wheel.
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:46 AM
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JOSE55P
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thank you for your help. i will look into it in the morning.
hopefully it just the fuses!
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:52 AM
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Let me know what you find.
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:56 AM
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JOSE55P
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yes i'll get on tomorrow after we check it out!
Nov 14, 2011 at 5:59 AM