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Question posted by walbertson5 on September 23rd, 2016

96 Ford Explorer With Lighting System Issues

head lights don't work, running lights don't work, turn signal and hazard lights work when they want to, dash lights don't work, brake lights work and back up lights work. Have checked all bulbs and fuses, help!

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Answer #1: Posted by waelsaidani1 on September 23rd, 2016 10:30 PM
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The Cause: Most likely no voltage to the headlights because of a bad headlight relay, fuse, module, headlight switch, dimmer switch or wiring fault.

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Owner's Manual - Page 3

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

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Owner's Manual - Page 30

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Owner's Manual - Page 83

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Owner's Manual - Page 84

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Owner's Manual - Page 85

... is in the ON position and any door or the liftgate is turned on. Door ajar warning light symbol Check Engine Warning Light The Powertrain On-Board Diagnostic II (OBD II) system consists of... control system during normal operation. Do not install these devices by tapping into or running wires close to check the function of the engine's emission control systems. You do not need to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 106

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Owner's Manual - Page 135

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Owner's Manual - Page 230

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Owner's Manual - Page 255

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Owner's Manual - Page 263

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Owner's Manual - Page 325

... do not prevent you from registering your vehicle to that country. Officials at 1-800-207-0685. or Canada. 325 Getting Help Outside the U.S. The CAMVAP program is binding on both you and Ford of Canada. and Canada Before you export your vehicle to a foreign country, contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate...
Owner's Manual - Page 388

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Owner's Manual - Page 392

Lights and Bulb Replacement It is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently: s headlamps s high-mount brakelamp s tail lamps s brakelamps s hazard flasher s turn signals s license plate lamp s fog lamps The alignment of your headlamps should be checked if: s oncoming motorists frequently signal you to turn off your vehicle's high beams when you do not have the high...
Owner's Manual - Page 400

... is prevented from working. Changes that cause more unburned fuel to reach the exhaust system can start a fire. By law, anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of the engine or exhaust system. In some of oil pressure, the charge warning light, the check engine light, or the temperature...
Owner's Manual - Page 409

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Owner's Manual - Page 423

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Owner's Manual - Page 427

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Owner's Manual - Page 434

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Owner's Manual - Page 441

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