306 xsi N-reg o/s indicators stick on when unlocking car

When unlocking the car with the key fob, the indicators flash rapidly a few
times. Recently, the off side indicators (all of them) stay on
(permanently, even without the keys in the ignition) and it's a major
hassle to get them to turn off (ie. opening and closing the car with the
fob until they eventually "unstick"). The problem has become so bad, I now
do not use the fob. Does anyone know what's going on & how to resolve it?

 

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says...

Known fault.

Sticking relay in alarm control unit. The unit is contained within the
drivers side rear wing panel. Try taking it out and giving the relays a
light rap with the handle of a screwdriver. I eventually had to
carefully drill a small hole on the top of the offending relay and have
had no problems since.

A new unit is VERY expensive.

Jim

 

Jim,

Many thanks for this info. I thought it may be a relay, but couldn't find
the alarm box. In fact, I still can't! Could you describe exactly where it
is, and how I access it? I had a look in the boot, but can't see an obvious
way to access the rear panel (all the fabric is stuck to the metal work
with adhesive). My Haynes manual's about as useful as a chocolate teapot,
telling me nothing other than take it to a dealer! Mine's a N-reg 306xsi,
I don't know if they put these things in different places? Again, many
thanks for any help you can offer.

 

It isn't in the boot. Assuming you have a 3 door then it is behind the
panel next to the rear seat on the drivers side. If it is 5 door then I
have misinformed you - it is under the drivers seat in that case.

I have emailed you pics re where to look.

Jim

 

Lo all,

Could I also have the pics re: where to find the alarm control unit on
a 3 door ’95 N Plate 306. I think my mallet would like a chat with it.
Driving round at the mo with left indicators permanently lit, trying
not to attract attention from the fuzz!

Thanks in advance

Steve

 

Send me your email address and I will forward.

Jim

 

can i ask i have the same problem is the box the one with two plugs onit
one for alram and one for the central locking ?