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Old Sep 25, 2017 | 02:44 PM
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Default Horn buttons are sticking

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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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Old Sep 25, 2017 | 03:25 PM
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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.

Good luck

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Old Sep 25, 2017 | 03:39 PM
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The buttons should just pop out.
 
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Old Oct 15, 2017 | 05:13 PM
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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.

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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Old Oct 15, 2017 | 07:55 PM
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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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