Notices

NO break lights

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 26, 2005 | 11:10 PM
  #1  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
NO break lights

I just bought a 89' Bronco, . It has beed sitting for about a year and a half, I've gon through just about every thing, I'm almost ready to put it to the pavement. Except that i can not get the break lights to work. OK, yes i've tried the bulbs, the pedal switch, fuse, WIRING well its kind of hard to trace the wiring through the rigg. I really need to get this one on the run, my Ford QUADVAN is costing me $$ lots, at 6 miles to the gallon
 
Reply
Old Aug 27, 2005 | 07:47 AM
  #2  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
The Turn Switch or Hazard switch might be the bad guy.
 
Reply
Old Aug 27, 2005 | 02:17 PM
  #3  
Franklin2's Avatar
Franklin2
Moderator
25 Year Member
Photogenic
Community Builder
Community Influencer
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 57,012
Likes: 2,750
From: Virginia
Club FTE Gold Member
Originally Posted by subford
The Turn Switch or Hazard switch might be the bad guy.
Yes, if you want to take a stab at replacing another part, replace the turnsignal switch. If you have some time and a voltmeter or testlight, we can walk you through testing to verify if it is the turnsignal switch that is bad. Odds are in favor of that being the problem though, since you replaced everything else and they are known for not lasting long. Ford calls them a multi-function switch.
 
Reply
Old Aug 28, 2005 | 08:22 AM
  #4  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
OK, I saw the muti- function switch in the chiltin book i got, I havent a clue when it comes to wiring. I have turn signals the work so do the running lights and headlights. Your right though I have no hazerds i was gong to dig into that one today. if you have any suggestions I,m listening LOL. I'm guessing the bpoblem is in the steering collumn?
 
Reply
Old Aug 28, 2005 | 10:53 AM
  #5  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
It sounds like Fuse #5 is blown, it also controls the:
*Break Pressure Switch
*Rear Anti-Lock Brake Module
Here is the wiring, sorry I do not know how to make it bigger but wiil email you a clear one if you leave your email address on long enough for me to send it to you and then you can remove it.
Make sure you use a A for @ D, for "." N for net and C for com
This way it will not be caught as email address and I will know what it is so I can send it to you.

 

Last edited by subford; Aug 28, 2005 at 11:50 AM.
Reply
Old Aug 28, 2005 | 12:51 PM
  #6  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
Make that Fuse #13 is blown. Sorry the manual did not agree with itself on different pages..
 
Reply
Old Aug 28, 2005 | 08:10 PM
  #7  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
i cant get a new hazard blinker switch till tomarrow. my ohm meter isnt working, i'm at a loss. I printed off the elecrical diagrm but yeah its to fuzzy. It doesnt match the one in the chiltons book! e-mail-- timothykuharich A msn. C
 
Reply
Old Aug 29, 2005 | 07:16 AM
  #8  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
I get a return on that email address with this error,



Requested action not taken: mailbox unavailable

Is it full? or did you give a good address?
 
Reply
FTE Stories

Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts

story-0

10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

 Joe Kucinski
story-1

Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

 Brett Foote
story-2

This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

 Joe Kucinski
story-4

3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

 Brett Foote
story-5

10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-6

Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

 Brett Foote
story-7

10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

 Joe Kucinski
story-8

10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

 Michael S. Palmer
story-9

Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

 Verdad Gallardo
Old Aug 29, 2005 | 08:10 AM
  #9  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
im sorry, not a good day yesterday, changed out water pump, had 2 broken studs to deal with. not my favorite think to do.. try timothykuharich_2Amsn.C
 
Reply
Old Aug 29, 2005 | 10:11 PM
  #10  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
ok, got the email. according to my fuse box #1 is the stop lights not 13 i got the wire diagram in the chiltons book. i put a test light to the 2 wires for the brake switch, nothing happens !? Good or bad?? i got the new hazard blink switch in today and still no hazards! The multi funtion switch? can this be the problem if so where would i find it and what does it look like??
 
Reply
Old Aug 30, 2005 | 12:33 AM
  #11  
Franklin2's Avatar
Franklin2
Moderator
25 Year Member
Photogenic
Community Builder
Community Influencer
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 57,012
Likes: 2,750
From: Virginia
Club FTE Gold Member
i put a test light to the 2 wires for the brake switch, nothing happens !?
That's not good. Try going from ground to each wire of the stoplight switch. You should have power on one of the wires. I bet you don't. If not, put the testlight to ground and to the fuse you found for the brakelights. You should have power on one side of the fuse socket after you pull the fuse out. If you do, and you do not have power at the brakelight switch, and the fuse is good, there must be something wrong with the wire going from the fuse box to the switch.
 
Reply
Old Aug 30, 2005 | 05:45 AM
  #12  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
I am sorry, I was talking to some body with a 1994 Bronco and I must have mixed you two up. What I sent was for a 1994 Bronco, I will see what I can find for a 1989 and get back with you.
 
Reply
Old Aug 30, 2005 | 07:53 AM
  #13  
subford's Avatar
subford
Fleet Owner
20 Year Member
Photogenic
Photoriffic
Top Answer: 1
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 23,668
Likes: 301
From: Easton,Ks
The 1989 Bronco print is on its way, if the size is too big and your ISP will not let it go through I can send a smaller one but it will not be as clear. Let me know.
 
Reply
Old Aug 30, 2005 | 10:34 PM
  #14  
dozippy's Avatar
dozippy
Thread Starter
|
Freshman User
Joined: Dec 2002
Posts: 32
Likes: 0
From: Ketchikan,AK
Thank you very much "subford" the wiring diagram helped to show the electric path. I got a new volt tester and test light, the fuse box has no power to it. if i jump to another fuse link i get break lights and all. How do i trace the offending wire through the quagmire of wires to repair it. My chiltons book does'nt show fuse to engine compartment wiring. i could run a new line to the fuse but that still leaves me with a faulty wire in there some where waiting to short and catch fire! any suggestions??
 
Reply
Old Aug 31, 2005 | 12:15 AM
  #15  
Franklin2's Avatar
Franklin2
Moderator
25 Year Member
Photogenic
Community Builder
Community Influencer
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 57,012
Likes: 2,750
From: Virginia
Club FTE Gold Member
The fuse box has two or three sections to it. I believe it is fed by a wire that is hot all the time, and another wire that comes from the keyswitch. So what I am thinking is if you have power to other constant power devices, such as the dome lights, cigarette lighter, running lights, etc., then the problem you are having might be located in the fuse box itself.

I have never tried, but see if it is possible to take the fuse box out, or apart to see if you can see what's going on.
 
Reply



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 01:43 PM.

story-0
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-2
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
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-4
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-5
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-6
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-7
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-8
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-9
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