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Old 12-23-2013, 06:25 AM
shane.hel shane.hel is offline
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I have a 1998 4x4 ranger. It was considered the "fully loaded" package when it was brand new. Power windows, power locks, etc. Recently, I have been having problems with my dome light. I know a lot of people have problems with them not turning off. My problem is it won't turn on. I have tried all the usual competent car owner tricks to get it to work to no avial. Wondering if anyone else has had similar problems or any suggestions?
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Old 12-23-2013, 06:52 AM
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I have a 1998 4x4 ranger. It was considered the "fully loaded" package when it was brand new. Power windows, power locks, etc. Recently, I have been having problems with my dome light. I know a lot of people have problems with them not turning off. My problem is it won't turn on. I have tried all the usual competent car owner tricks to get it to work to no avial. Wondering if anyone else has had similar problems or any suggestions?
Change the bulb!
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Old 12-23-2013, 08:16 AM
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What do you mean you tried to get it to work with tricks? Did you check the bulb to see if it was burned out or something?
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Old 12-23-2013, 08:17 AM
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Did you try the trick where you replace the bulb with a new one?
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Old 12-23-2013, 09:04 AM
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Remove the bulb and turn the light on, now stick your tongue in the socket. Do you feel a tingle!
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Old 12-23-2013, 08:59 PM
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New bulbs, checked ground, fuses, and switch. All fine.
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Old 12-24-2013, 04:00 PM
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Have you checked it with a test light to see if you are getting power to the dome light?.
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Old 12-24-2013, 04:11 PM
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When doesn't it turn on? When you open the doors or when you turn it on with the switch or both? Did you check the fuse? Have you messed with it lately? More details would help you to get it up and running for you. Thanks
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Old 12-24-2013, 04:22 PM
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Mine actually did the same thing today. I unlocked my truck and opened the door and no dome light. Closed the door and opened it and it went on
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Old 12-25-2013, 06:42 AM
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Probably the dome light switch in the door, Ford took away the good old fashioned ones that sat in the door jamb and never gave any trouble and upgraded them to ones concealed in the door and with the latch, and they rust/stick. All four doors (if you have that many) have a switch and all are fair game.
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Old 12-25-2013, 06:44 AM
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Mine only comes on when I close the door. Turn it on. And punch the roof. And only once side lights up.
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