Only the 3rd brake light works

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Apr 7, 2007 | 12:54 PM

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Only the 3rd brake light works

If I step on the brake pedal, that's the only thing that lights up. If I hook up a trailer its brake lights fail to light as well.

I have all other lighting, including signals on the truck and the trailer. I have checked all fuses. I've climbed under the truck and dash to look for any loose wires or connectors. I've checked the bulbs too.

Any ideas will be appreciated. I can't think of anything else, power apparently isn't getting to the back of the truck. BTW, this is an O3 X.

Thank you in advance.

Apr 7, 2007 | 03:49 PM

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I didn't see this post before, but it may have the answer to my problem.

https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/5...t=brake+lights

Now the question is, can I get a turnsignal switch from anyone other than the dealer? I searched online for one and am having trouble locating one.

Thank you.

Apr 7, 2007 | 04:14 PM

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Well, this thread is all about me. And based on the above mentioned prior thread, I removed the cover from the steering column and ensured the connectors were connected to the switch and checked my brake lights and now I have all three! Thanks to all for this valuable resource. It looks like I've saved at least $150 and a day at the dealership, because when I started, I really hadn't a clue as to where to start.

Apr 7, 2007 | 08:24 PM

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Glad you got it fixed. Some people use wire ties and wrap them around the connectors to keep them together. They get stretched when the tilt wheel is moved.