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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 10:26 AM
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97 Explorer Headlight Problem

Both headlights do not work, High Beams only work on a flash basis. Lost my owners guide and do not know what fuse location the headlights are in. Any suggestions would be greatly welcomed. Thanks
 
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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 03:08 PM
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Is there a list of fuse functions on the fuse box cover? You could download a manual from http://www.genuineflmservice.com/GB_Request.asp to start.

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Old Sep 21, 2004 | 03:26 PM
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Check both bulbs first. I had this same problem a long time ago with my 92 Explorer.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2004 | 09:27 AM
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I had this problem about 3 months ago. Took it to the dealer and they replaced the "Multifunction Switch" (fancy term for turn signal control bar/wiper control/high-beam switch). It's worked fine ever since, and even fixed a slight problem with the intermittent wiper control.
 
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Old Oct 17, 2004 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by BillTCR
I had this problem about 3 months ago. Took it to the dealer and they replaced the "Multifunction Switch" (fancy term for turn signal control bar/wiper control/high-beam switch). It's worked fine ever since, and even fixed a slight problem with the intermittent wiper control.
Flash to pass is wired to fuse 33 low beams to fuse 4 & high beams to fuse 8, but like BIITCR sez , it does sound like the multifunction switch is shot. Take a look in your Haynes manual, it will tell you how to access the switch, and I can tell you how to test it with an ohm meter. Very simple.
 
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Old Oct 20, 2004 | 02:34 PM
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Definitely check the bulbs first. I have a friend who had a '95 had the same problem. We all first thought it was the multifunction lever but turned out to be burnt bulbs. So check them first. If the bulbs are fine, then replace the multifunction lever.
 
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