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Old 09-25-2017, 02:44 PM
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I had some mold on my steering wheel which I got rid of by spaying some diluted white vinegar on the wheel. And now both horn buttons are sticking. I was hoping that you experts might have a brilliant idea how I can fix this.
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Jomo,

I'd start by carefully spraying some switch cleaner in teh same area as the buttons and see how that does.

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The buttons should just pop out.
 
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Old 10-15-2017, 05:13 PM
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Originally Posted by ptjs1
Jomo,

I'd start by carefully spraying some switch cleaner in teh same area as the buttons and see how that does.

Good luck

Paul
Using some contact cleaner and compressed air I loosened up one switch but the other switch is still binding in the closed position. Any other ideas including where i Can get a replacement switch?? I have looked online for this switch but no luck.

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They just pop out. pop it out and wash them. simples

https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...mentary-airbag
 
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Originally Posted by malc4d
They just pop out. pop it out and wash them. simples

https://www.jaguarclassicparts.com/u...mentary-airbag
Yes, I know they pop out. I had them out but could not get it free until.....I washed them as you suggested. Now they work just as new. Thanks so much. BTW, the link is not working.
 

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