Notices
1978 - 1996 Big Bronco  
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jun 28, 2003 | 08:17 PM
  #1  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Hi, I have a 1985 Ford Bronco XLT..and the other say my friend was messing around under the passenger side dash. There is this wire that has always hung down..I think he was playing with it...well after that..The radio interior light (dome and under dash ) and clock stopped working?Anyone got any suggestions on whats wrong or how to fix it? ..Thank You
 
Reply
Old Jun 28, 2003 | 08:25 PM
  #2  
c_rossman's Avatar
c_rossman
Posting Guru
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,349
Likes: 3
From: Cloud USA
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

I would check the fuses, It may have got shorted against the body blowing the fuse.
 
Reply
Old Jun 28, 2003 | 08:55 PM
  #3  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Ok now for the stupid question How do i check the fuses? KNow if there bad? I know which fuses are which ( the little fuse cover breaks them dwon) but how do i know if there bad? Can i get new fuses at the auto store?.. Thank You
 
Reply
Old Jun 28, 2003 | 10:11 PM
  #4  
AbadDriver's Avatar
AbadDriver
Senior User
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 240
Likes: 0
From: stafford VA
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

you can get fuses at any auto store, so thats no big deal. the way ive always checked fuses is i pull them out and check to see if the metal part in the middle is still intact, if not i replace. there may be an easier way that im unaware of but good luck.
Tim
 
Reply
Old Jun 28, 2003 | 10:44 PM
  #5  
greystreak92's Avatar
greystreak92
Lead Driver
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Joined: Sep 2002
Posts: 9,182
Likes: 12
From: Gateway to the West
Club FTE Gold Member
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

AbadDriver,

No, actually your method is the best way. Thats why they are clear. If you are uncertain as to the fuses condition after visual inspection, you can check it with a multimeter set for "continuity" or ohms. It should beep if the fuse is good or show zero ohms resistance.
 
Reply
Old Jun 29, 2003 | 10:50 PM
  #6  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

ok..checked a few fuses today..Radio and assces. both looked godo 2 me ( comapred to a broken one i found) What now?.. Thank you
 
Reply
Old Jun 30, 2003 | 06:45 PM
  #7  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Any ideas? The headlights works..A/C..Engine runs..Starts... Jsut Radio ( aftermarket) Interior Lights.. clock... Any Ideas? Is there another fuse ( like a master fuse?) Any ideas..Im completly lose..HELP!..Thank You
 
Reply
Old Jun 30, 2003 | 09:59 PM
  #8  
steve83's Avatar
steve83
Post Fiend
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 9,987
Likes: 7
From: Memphis, TN
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Get a Haynes manual and trace the LG/Y wire that powers the clock memory & courtesy lights. The radio probably got added to the circuit, so there's no telling what was done. I suspect you'll end up pulling the radio & rewiring it.
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

 Brett Foote
story-2

Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

 Joe Kucinski
story-3

AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

 Brett Foote
story-4

Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-5

Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

 Joe Kucinski
story-7

2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

 Brett Foote
story-8

2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

 Michael S. Palmer
story-9

10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

 Joe Kucinski
Old Jul 1, 2003 | 03:57 AM
  #9  
jeepin's Avatar
jeepin
Junior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

I have the exact problem. My CD deck and dome lights are out. The Radiofuse is good, but I found a burnt one for the whole cab interior...I'll replace it tommorrow and let you know what happens...
 
Reply
Old Jul 1, 2003 | 10:54 AM
  #10  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

Please tell is wut happens...Thank You
 
Reply
Old Jul 1, 2003 | 05:23 PM
  #11  
jeepin's Avatar
jeepin
Junior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

I replaced all the fuses and it turned out that the "ACCESORY" fuse was defective. I replaced it and all the lights are all on now...
 
Reply
Old Jul 1, 2003 | 07:21 PM
  #12  
FreeAgentRider6's Avatar
FreeAgentRider6
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 124
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

So i should replace them..any ways.. I think i will try it! Thank You
 
Reply
Old Jul 1, 2003 | 11:14 PM
  #13  
jeepin's Avatar
jeepin
Junior User
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 61
Likes: 0
Radio..Interior Light..Clock Prob.

I'm sure it was the ACCESORY fuse, I'm too lazy to go outside and check which number fuse it was, but replace it with a new one anyways...
 
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:42 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-1
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-2
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE
story-3
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make

And it might be even better than that.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-18 19:26:42


VIEW MORE
story-4
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!

Slideshow: Does lowering an F-150 Lobo RUIN the ride quality?

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-18 19:20:37


VIEW MORE
story-5
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home

Slideshow: Ford's bizarre fishing-themed Explorer concept has resurfaced after spending decades largely forgotten.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:07:46


VIEW MORE
story-6
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!

Slideshow: The 10 best Ford truck engines we miss the most.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-12 13:09:47


VIEW MORE
story-7
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?

Slideshow: first look at the 810 hp 2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road!

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-12 12:50:07


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!

Slideshow: Everything You Need to Know about the 2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package!

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-05-07 17:51:06


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!

Slideshow: 10 most surprising Ford truck options/features in 2026.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-05 11:17:22


VIEW MORE