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Old May 16, 2010 | 01:57 PM
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Electrical Problems HELP!!!!!!!!!!!

I have a slight dilemma with my truck. Last night I was laying in bed and all of the sudden my horn started going off. I ran outside to find my horn stuck on. It smelled like something was burning inside the truck. So i disconnected the batteries as quick as i could and went back inside. This morning i hooked the batteries back up and the horn did the same thing. I then took out the fuse and relay under the hood for the horn. Now I dont have windshield wipers, 4wd, windows, and my key fob doesn't work. I checked the relay and it seems to be good. ANY IDEAS!!!!!
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 05:03 PM
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yikes that seems intense man, bump to the top for ya!
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 05:53 PM
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first thing, look at all splices you or PO's may have added into the electricals
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 07:25 PM
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Has it been raining? Check the GEM for any signs moisture has been getting on it.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 11:50 PM
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Did you find your electrical problem yet ... if you smelled like something was burning then something must have gotten pretty hot. Have you check the horn button on the steering wheel maybe it's shorted.
 
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Old May 16, 2010 | 11:55 PM
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havent found anything yet. I have the lower dash removed and will check again in the morning. I am thinking that I have had a wiring harness behind the cluster that got hot and melted some wires together and that is where i am getting the constant hot for the horn. I will update if I find anything.
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 05:46 PM
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ok i have an update!! I have not found any burned wiring under the dash. It seems that the GEM module has gotten wet and has shorted out. But i am also thinking that it could be in the fuse block as well. ISince it is a dealer part only i checked at the local dealer and found out that the GEM module is 490.00 which is crazy!!! I think I am going to try to order it from Ed on here to save me some money. Does it sound like I am on the right track.
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 05:46 PM
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I also was wondering since the GEM has to be programmed to my truck, can this be done with the AE?
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 05:52 PM
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Sorry Rob but the GEM has to be programmed by Ford. Before you do anything make sure that the water has stopped leaking in.
 
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does anyone know the part number for the GEM
 
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Old May 18, 2010 | 06:03 PM
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Looks like this is the part # but confirm with Ed.

f81z14b205ee

f81z14b205ee $533.33 $0.00 $288.00

MOD ASY MLTPL FUNC C
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 07:20 AM
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I got to thinking and i think I am going to try to replace the fuse block first since there seems to be some corrosion. If that doesnt fix it than I will have to replace the GEM module. But i am going out of town on my college graduation trip to yellowstone so my truck will be sitting until the 1st of june.
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 07:43 AM
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Congrats on the graduation Rob and enjoy your trip!!!
 
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Old May 19, 2010 | 07:54 AM
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Originally Posted by robs01f250
I got to thinking and i think I am going to try to replace the fuse block first since there seems to be some corrosion. If that doesnt fix it than I will have to replace the GEM module. But i am going out of town on my college graduation trip to yellowstone so my truck will be sitting until the 1st of june.
Okay, I am sorry, I have to admit, all I thought was "damn, his truck has to wait"

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Congrats on the graduation Rob and enjoy your trip!!!

So X2 on what this guy here said.. sorry I didnt give you congrats the first time I read it..As always Jim, way to go
 
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thanks to all for all of the replies!!! I will try to have a great time!!
 
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