Mystery Switch

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Mystery Switch

May 19, 2015, 08:30:37 pm

This three position switch is mounted just below the driver's left vent on our 2005 U320. So far I have been unable to find anything it operates. Does anyone have a suggestion what this could possibly operate?

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Reply #1 – May 20, 2015, 07:35:35 am

Quote from: sedelange – May 19, 2015, 08:30:37 pm

Does anyone have a suggestion what this could possibly operate?

Steve - I can't help you, but I'm bumping this to the top because I want to hear the answer. Somebody must know!

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Reply #2 – May 20, 2015, 07:38:59 am

Looks like an aftermarket switch. Are there wires hooked up to it?

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Reply #3 – May 20, 2015, 07:54:33 am

Flick it both ways and try blowing your horn?

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Reply #4 – May 20, 2015, 08:33:55 am

Don't know if wires are hooked to it. I assume so but will try to look later. So far, nothing beeps, lights up, hums, whines, or otherwise indicates operation. I keep forgetting about it because it's out of the way. Also doesn't make the coach go faster, slower, or use less fuel. If it was two position, I would have guessed an on/off switch for something added. The three positions intrigues me.

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Reply #5 – May 20, 2015, 09:20:04 am

Quote from: sedelange – May 20, 2015, 08:33:55 am

...I would have guessed an on/off switch for something added...

On my 05 there is no switch like that anywhere on the dash.

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Reply #6 – May 20, 2015, 09:48:25 am

Does it move like a remote mirror control?

Trent

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Reply #7 – May 20, 2015, 09:58:54 am

PO added it to control slide at front door ?
Gary B

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Reply #8 – May 20, 2015, 10:49:56 am

Windshield shade?

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Reply #9 – May 20, 2015, 10:57:14 am

ejection seat

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Reply #10 – May 20, 2015, 11:27:11 am

Well Bill, I kinda thought it the switch to nowhere. Just added by PO when they sold it to make the new owner wonder....whats this do? I had several for a year that I thought that the only purpose, later found they did something.

mike

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Reply #11 – May 20, 2015, 12:09:27 pm

Switch for steps ?

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Reply #12 – May 20, 2015, 12:34:43 pm

I agree with Toyman. Switch to keep steps from retracting when you close door?

Keith

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Reply #13 – May 20, 2015, 02:56:07 pm

Quote from: Keith and Joyce – May 20, 2015, 12:34:43 pm

I agree with Toyman. Switch to keep steps from retracting when you close door?

Keith

My thoughts exactly.

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Reply #14 – May 20, 2015, 08:33:29 pm

I'm betting on the step also. My switch is hidden in the passenger side front bay. I must remember to tell the next owner what it is and how it works.

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Reply #15 – May 21, 2015, 02:26:25 am

I will check the step operation tomorrow. It definitely isn't the shades. The switch only moves up and down with a center position. Seems like the steps would only be on/off. If it's for the ejection seat, then the explosive charges need to be serviced.

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Reply #16 – May 21, 2015, 08:46:19 am

Tell the occupant of the passenger seat it is an electrocution switch for people that don't behave or treat the driver like royalty!

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Reply #17 – May 21, 2015, 08:17:20 pm

Switch doesn't work steps

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Reply #18 – May 22, 2015, 08:38:14 am

Flux Capasiter?

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Reply #19 – May 22, 2015, 11:42:12 am

Trunk monkey call button.

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Reply #20 – May 22, 2015, 12:04:50 pm

Therma-Gap-Indicator ?

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Reply #21 – May 22, 2015, 01:19:37 pm

If it's the flux capacitor, then I am out of nuclear fuel, because I have experienced no time warpage other than the usual 60's flashbacks.

I was looking at removing the side panel last night to see behind the switch, but so far no go. Anyone know how to remove the panel with the vent?

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