Issues after replacing the turn signal switch?

2001 GMC SIERRA
300,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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THERESASUE
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I replaced blinker switch. Because I had no dim light it fixed the problem. But a few days later I went out to finish putting the dash back together and it would turn over but not start. so, I figured it was the TBC fuse for the security lock out thing again. so, a few days later got fuse put it in. Fob would work, no dash lights, I had binging with key for a little bit. Emergency flasher I could hear but not see. Now nothing.
Jan 27, 2024 at 1:29 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

It sounds like the battery is discharged. Have you checked? I say that because you may have caused a short at some point and it is draining the battery.

If possible, take a voltmeter or multimeter and see how much voltage is present in the battery. Or try this simple load test on the battery and let me know what you find:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

If you have a jumper pack or a means to try jump-starting the engine, give that a try as well. You could also remove the battery and have it load-tested at a parts store. Most do it free of charge.

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe
Jan 27, 2024 at 9:08 PM