Notices
1999 - 2016 Super Duty 1999 to 2016 Ford F250, F350, F450 and F550 Super Duty with diesel V8 and gas V8 and V10 engines
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Real Truck

Electrical issues

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Feb 24, 2021 | 11:02 PM
  #1  
79 crew cab's Avatar
79 crew cab
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
Electrical issues

I have a 99 f250 supercab that I completely stripped down to the cab and frame. I put everything from an 01 in this pickup and kept nothing electrical from the 99, after getting it all put back together and up and running I have a few things not working and hoping I can get some ideas
things that aren't working are
-power windows, power door locks ( does have remote keyless entry), esof 4x4, non functioning overdrive cancel switch, and no power to driver's seat, again all the wiring in the cab and engine bay is from the 2001 along with all the controllers, modules and switches, I did take it to Ford and after messing around with it for about 4 hours they called and said they can't figure out and to come get it, I haven't driven it anywhere as It doesn't have license or insurance on it right now, could it possibly be a fuse box and gem issue?? I did swap them out with a different one from the same year and configuration pickup except mine is V10 and this other one is from a 7.3, upon doing so I noticed with the new one that the 4x4 lights come on when starting the truck but I have no function afterwards, Ford put the old fuse box and gem back in and once again no 4x4 indications on instrument cluster upon starting, sorry for the long post, been at trying to figure this out for about a month and still haven't had any luck
 
Reply
Old Feb 25, 2021 | 09:15 AM
  #2  
Fefanatic's Avatar
Fefanatic
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Jan 2016
Posts: 1,804
Likes: 113
7.3 and gas models are different. Get the gas fuse panels and GEM for gas. Do you know if all those things worked before you removed them from the '01? Did the parts come from a salvage yard? If so there's a possibility you didn't get everything if they sold some off the parts truck.

 
Reply
Old Feb 25, 2021 | 09:32 AM
  #3  
79 crew cab's Avatar
79 crew cab
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 21
Likes: 0
I personally removed everything from the 01 as I bought a complete running and driving wrecked truck, the windows and windshield we're broke so I'm thinking that the original fuse box and gem got water damage, I haven't opened up the fuse box like some others have but I don't have some of the other issues that they do and most everyone that has had gem issues loses the wiper function and mine still works not saying it still couldn't be a gem issue, the gas vs diesel thing could be a possibility for the gem but the fuse box has all the same fuses, and in the manual shows just the variances that it controls in the gas and diesel models, I was under the impression that the gem only controls accessories so it wouldn't matter what engine is in the vehicle since it has no engine controls, mine is a super cab and looking at the wiring diagrams and such, it shows only the excursion has the 4wd relays under the hood but mine has it as well as a few others I have looked at, aside from swapping with a vehicle that has everything the same as mine is there a way to have this gem tested??
 
Reply
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
EddieT
Electrical Systems/Wiring
3
Mar 14, 2020 11:02 AM
White Eric
2017 - 2022 Super Duty
5
Feb 18, 2020 01:56 PM
Bunny9000
1999 - 2003 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel
1
Apr 14, 2015 02:48 PM
Hooie2013
1997 - 2006 Expedition & Navigator
7
Jun 26, 2013 04:17 PM
98 4.6 locked up
1997 - 2003 F150
8
Apr 12, 2004 07:17 AM




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 02:19 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