Nissan Altima: Broken Turn Signal lever/switch '97 Altima

Hi,
I broke turn signal switch/lever of my '97 altima by accident ( my
jacket's pocket got struck into the lever while i was getting in and i
ripped it apart). I could still press the broken lever onto the piece
that is attached to the steering column and do the functionalities but
it has to be changed anyways. I tried search all over the place for
that lever but to no avail ( may be i dont know what/how to search)
which handles:

1) up/down for right/left indications
2) twist at the end for on/off parking and headlights
3) push for flashing high beam

I went to a mechanic and he says it might cost closer to $150 for a
new spare and labor but he is not assured of the part's presence in
the market. I tired a junkyard and there was none available there.

Since, the lever is functional ( when pressed hard -- joining the
broken pieces) can i use a glue ( if yes, what kind) to stick it
together ? will it last (considering frequent twists for the lights
on/off). If I need to get it replaced, can i buy just the lever
without the circuit behind it ( can i get that alone in the market?).

Any pointers would be appreciated.

Please help me out !

Thanks,
-- Sriram.

Sorry if I sounded like a smart ass but , you can do this repair yourself.

all you need is a phillips screwdriver.


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