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Question posted by wsfrye71 on April 9th, 2015

Rear Tail Lights And Dash Panel Lights Went Out At Same Time? 1998 Ford Ranger

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on April 9th, 2015 1:32 PM
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Check fuse # 11 & 14 of the fuse panel located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver's side door. Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses.

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Answer #2: Posted by TechSupport101 on April 9th, 2015 1:35 PM
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This can be caused by a bad fuse, switch or circuit wiring. Some fuses may look good while bad.

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