Multi Function will not cancel after a left turn?

2010 FORD FUSION HYBRID
98,255 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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KGETZ
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I just installed a replacement multifunction switch in my Fusion. It will not cancel after a left turn at all but will cancel all day on a right. This is the 3rd switch from the same outfit. I have had to do this 3 times. The first two would act up periodically but overall worked good. This one is made by Rostra, a more expensive name. The first two were by a company by the name SHEE-MAR.
Jan 4, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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Did the old switch cancel? If so, I would get an OEM part, it seems like the aftermarket part is missing something. Also, when the part is out, turn the steering wheel and look to see if the cancelation tangs used to turn off the switch are still intact. Let me know, here is how the job is done so we can be on the same page. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
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Jan 5, 2025 at 12:45 PM
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KGETZ
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The original did cancel. I discovered the aftermarket white tab facing the steering column did not protrude out as much as the OEM. The one I ordered appears to have more of a protrudence.
Jan 5, 2025 at 3:36 PM
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Yep, that should fix it, good find. Let us know if you need anything else.
Jan 6, 2025 at 9:59 AM
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I got it working this morning. I did left turn tests numerous times, but it will do great, then hang up. I plan to return it to RockAuto and get their OEM switch as you advised.
Jan 6, 2025 at 12:31 PM
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Yep yep, that should fix it. Let me know if you need us, we are here to help.
Jan 7, 2025 at 10:30 AM