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Old Sep 10, 2000 | 11:11 PM
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Old Sep 11, 2000 | 03:58 PM
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Was pulling boat trl when running light got wiped out.....lamp wire shorted on trl frame.... bingo no dashboard lights.running lights.....
Got brake,signal,headlights..... checked big fuse box in engine compt. all those fuses okay.... any fuses elsewhere ??? Any ideas..... local dlr says min $100.00 just to look at it.... 92 exployer xlt...... I feel sure it is something simple but not a mech. myself so don't want to be taken to "cleaners"
 
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Old Sep 11, 2000 | 10:32 PM
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What model year is your Explorer ? Did it come with the factory trailer wiring harness or is it an aftermarket set up ?
 
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1992 .......... after market tow set up..... but worked till running light shorted on trailer...
 
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There is a 10A instrument panel fuse & a 15A parking light fuse in the main fuse box .
 
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Paul...... tks for info. just fwd'd your reply to my son (who's trk it is) in Milton, Fl.... he typically cks mail 1-2 per week. So may have to wait for the results but as soon as he gets in touch with me i will let you know.... Many thanks. Tony
 
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