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Old Jul 18, 2004 | 04:27 PM
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Question 97 Explorer Steering Colum Electrical Problems

About a year ago, my windshield washer quit working unless the turn signal (either direction) were on. Lived with it. Now, my chimes come on when I open the drivers side door (as if the keys are in the ignition, when they are not). This sounds like a short to me but wanted some advice before I tear in. Anyone else had this type of problem before and some advice on where to look and how to fix? p.s. I have a drivers side airbag...
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Old Jul 19, 2004 | 07:59 AM
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Windshield wiper problem sounds like the multi-function switch (MFS) located at the end of the turn signal stalk. Common problem with Explorers. Door chime problem doesn't sound related. Be sure to disconnect the battery before working on the steering column. Accidental deployment of your air bag would pretty much ruin your day.

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Old Jul 21, 2004 | 12:56 AM
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Like Mason sez it's probably a bad multifunction switch. Your Haynes manual will tell you how to get to it & I can tell you how to very simply test it with a VOM, if you're interested.
 
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