D40 Airbag clockspring replacement indicators won't self-cancel

[Sean H]

I recently had an airbag light on, no horn and no cruise control. I ordered a new clockspring from a Fleabay supplier. The part was reasonably priced and fitted up o.k, but took several attempts to clear the fault (navara.....).

On the next outing I noticed that my indicators would not self-cancel, except on big turns. Upon examination, I found that the self-cancel ramps were at approximately11 and seven o'clock on the hub, reference my thumb and forefinger. See image.

Comparing this to another part stamped 'R8' rather than 'L8' I found that the self-cancel ramps were at around 1 and 5 o'clock. (Arrows). I fitted this part and resolved the problem.

The conclusion here is that some clocksprings out there are for LHD vehicles, where the indicator stalk is on the left side of the column.

Hope that helps D40 drivers who like to effectively communicate intended change of direction to other road users.

 

[Phunk]

Correct on assuring you buy the R variant, I recently did my clockspring as well.

Clearing the airbag code wasn't too hard, I did the key / ignition reset dance and worked a treat.

 

[Rhino1174]

That’s good info fellas I’m about to do mine I will make sure I buy the correct one and triple check before fitting thanks

 

[Phunk]

That’s good info fellas I’m about to do mine I will make sure I buy the correct one and triple check before fitting thanks

be careful which one you get, as with all things Navara - there are about 147 variants of the clockspring for the same car depending on what day it was built and the type of moon phase we were in.