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Dec 3, 2003 | 01:31 PM

onearmblu

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97 Explorer Limited headlight problem

New guy to this web site. My problem is my headlights only work on DRL . If I set parking break NO headlights at all.. Fog don't work, high beams only work when handle held back toward driver. My guess is DRL what do you think ?

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Dec 3, 2003 | 03:05 PM

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Hi onearmblu,

This is either your DRL Module or your LOM (Lamp Out Module). I have no experience with the DRLs or the DRL Module, but I just recently had a problem with my Lamp Out Warning Module and, thankfully, was able to fix it myself. Here are two threads I participated in where the problem ended up getting solved (step-by-step instructions included).

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...hreadid=173734

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...hreadid=165893

I also believe I saw another thread around here recently where someone was talking about how to "test" the LOM by using wires as jumpers between the different plugs, but I can't seem to find it now.

Try doing some searches here for LOM, Lamp Out Module, DRL, DRL Module, and other derivations thereof. You should find plenty information in addition to what I've given. Please post back or e-mail me via my "Profile" link if I can be of any more assistance.

Good luck!

Dec 3, 2003 | 05:14 PM

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Hi onearmblu,

Just an update.

It was bugging me so I looked a little more and here is the thread I mentioned in my post above (the one that details how to "test" the LOM).

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/s...hreadid=176701

Again, good luck to you!

Dec 4, 2003 | 12:24 AM

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CC77
Thanks for imput, I believe you are correct. I will try to test and purchase new one if needed. I just found this web site, LOOKS very helpful ! What does this Module look like, #'s ?

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Dec 5, 2003 | 04:43 PM

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Problem solved, Multifunction Light switch. I didn't have time or the weather made me do it. I took Explorer to FORD and yes I got raped.

Dec 5, 2003 | 10:16 PM

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Hi onearmblu,

Glad you got it fixed.

Sorry you got raped.

Jan 2, 2004 | 10:44 PM

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Hey CC77, I would like to thank you for the information above! I was trying to solve the same problem in my friend's SUV and thanks to the guidelines you provided for checking the LOM I finally got it solved. Just for you information I spent exactly 5 hours on testings and researches - including this website - and only 10 minutes to solve the problem. Anyway I just wanted to let you know that I appreciated greatly your help.