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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 02:24 PM
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Headlights not working

Checked all fuses and they are good.Parking lights work .High beams only work when I pull high beam lever back.Ex 2003 6.0 limited.Also bulbs checked ok
 
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 02:32 PM
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Disconnect the bulbs and check for current at the connector with the Low Beams on to see if they are getting power up there. I know there is a relay to control the power, but I'm not sure where it is located.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 03:11 PM
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I had the EXACT same problem as you do (drove me crazy trying to find the problem). Mine was a bad connection in a connector under the steering wheel column cover. Remove the cover and the connector in question was on top of the steering column. This connector goes to the multi-position switch on the column. I can send pics of the area if needed.
 
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 03:12 PM
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Power on high beam when lever pulled no power on low beam.Bulbs checked ok .
 
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Old Aug 26, 2014 | 03:27 PM
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Originally Posted by lunatech
I had the EXACT same problem as you do (drove me crazy trying to find the problem). Mine was a bad connection in a connector under the steering wheel column cover. Remove the cover and the connector in question was on top of the steering column. This connector goes to the multi-position switch on the column. I can send pics of the area if needed.
Well guess what .You nailed it.I tilted the steering column a few times and the lights came on.Thanks for the info.I am a happy FTE member.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2014 | 07:23 AM
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Well guess what .You nailed it.I tilted the steering column a few times and the lights came on.Thanks for the info.I am a happy FTE member.
Glad that fixed your problem now get in there and check the connector if you haven't already. Mine didn't have a good connection and was arcing. Could be a potential fire hazard. Better check it just be on the safe side.
 
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Old Aug 28, 2014 | 09:36 AM
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That's great information! I have to bookmark this one!
 
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