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Expert: Dennis W - 10/29/2007


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My wife drives a 1995 Ford Explorer (Eddie Bauer Edition) and she is having issues with the head lights. The low beams will not come on but the high beams work. We have had the car into a ford dealership and to a private mechanic. Neither one could figure out the problem. Now she has lost the map lights and the fog lights. Do you have any suggestions?

Answer
If the low beams did not work when you had it in the shop, it shouldn't be that hard to figure out, either losing power or ground somewhere. For these lights I would suspect either the bulbs or the multifunction switch.

As for the fog and map lights, there are no common parts to these three circuits. You probably have more than one problem. I suggest checking all related connectors, fuses, and grounds.

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Dennis W

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I am a retired Ford master tech specializing in electrical, climate control, emissions, driveability, chassis, brakes, and any light repairs. Currently employed by an independent shop that appreciates my knowledge and abilities. Cannot answer transmission or parts questions, these are not areas of my expertise.

Experience

37 years of auto repair, diagnosis, and emissions testing, in service staions, independent garages, and 20 years with Ford dealers.

Organizations
National Street Rod Association (NSRA)
International Automotive Technicians Network (IATN)
IAMAW (retired)
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Education/Credentials
Riverside City College Automotive technology program
Ford Master Tech Certified Engine and Chassis Master (Over 500 hours)
ASE Certified in 7 categories
6 years training in Union 76 Pro-tech program

Awards and Honors
4-time Technician of the Year at Almaden Lincoln Mercury
Ford Master Tech
Union 76 Pro-tech Master tech

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