thanks for the reply/link. my local dealer had the stalk($125) in stock so it must be a part that fails often. it was a super easy job and took about 5 minutes. there are three t-20 screws under the steering wheel that holds the 2 halves together. there are two t-15 screws that holds the stalk in place. that's it. i was having all kinds of weird electrical things with dash lights, speedometer, headlights, stereo, etc.