Notices
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel  
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: DP Tuner

door ajar?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 15, 2016 | 09:29 PM
  #1  
DieselNation's Avatar
DieselNation
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
door ajar?

So I have this light on since I bought the truck and have no idea where to start? Anyone help out haha.
 
Attached Images  
Reply
Old Feb 15, 2016 | 09:32 PM
  #2  
sudsmcduff's Avatar
sudsmcduff
More Turbo
15 Year Member
Joined: Jun 2010
Posts: 546
Likes: 1
From: reedsport
Originally Posted by DieselNation
So I have this light on since I bought the truck and have no idea where to start? Anyone help out haha.
I get that time to time. But my issue is the vsm going out. Maybe yours is just a switch on the door somewherr
 
Reply
Old Feb 15, 2016 | 09:48 PM
  #3  
timmyboy76's Avatar
timmyboy76
Lead Driver
Joined: Sep 2010
Posts: 7,793
Likes: 50
If like mine, extracab, just spray with wd40 on all actuating parts n levers that the main door hits, on the ectracab part
 
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2016 | 07:12 AM
  #4  
tjc transport's Avatar
tjc transport
i ain't rite
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 65,561
Likes: 5,599
From: Marlboro Mental Hospital.
Club FTE Gold Member
dirty door ajar switch.
open door, and spray penetrating oil down into door latch assembly in door. close/open door about 10-15 times. open door and spray it again, and repeat open/close deal. this should clean the switch.
i usually have to do it once a year
 
Reply
Old Feb 16, 2016 | 02:57 PM
  #5  
ExPACamper's Avatar
ExPACamper
Post Fiend
Joined: Mar 2015
Posts: 5,277
Likes: 32
From: Blairsville, Pennsylvania
Do you have access to AutoEnginuity?

If so, it has an option to monitor the doors. 0 is closed, 1 is open.

Doors 1-4, plus 5 is hatch.

FYI. The hatch sensors can be troublesome. You can pull the switch, remove the wires and twist them together for testing. It has TWO sensors, BOTH must go closed.

Really simple to replace from a junkyard if necessary.

Regular doors, do as mentioned above should get you going. The hatch sensors are the only ones I've known to need replaced and couldn't be lubed-n-fixed
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Gwilkrrs
Explorer, Sport Trac, Mountaineer & Aviator
6
Jun 14, 2014 02:22 PM
dartman48
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
6
Jun 12, 2008 05:33 PM
dcara
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
8
Feb 21, 2008 05:59 PM
fordnut66
1999 - 2016 Super Duty
2
May 15, 2004 03:55 AM
dorgan
Electrical Systems/Wiring
2
Apr 23, 2002 04:23 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:04 AM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
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-8
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-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

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


VIEW MORE