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Ford F-150 2004  220000 miles
Hi friends, I have a problem with my Ford F150 2004: I changed the discs and the shock absorbers and now the ABS and brake indicator lights came on. I already changed the sensors and checked the discs. Ideas?
webb67 from United States 11 years ago  
WE
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Priscilla from United States 11 years ago
Check the ABS connector plug, it might be loose. I just tried disconnecting mine and it did the same.
webb67 from United States 11 years ago
Thanks! It was indeed the connector, now everyghing is working fine
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ABS and brake lights on SolvedSolved

Ford F-150 2004  300000 miles
Hello all! My truck doesn't have ABS, a mechanic already checked that, and it doesn't have ABS sensors either, but in the dashboard the ABS light and brake light are on. The scanner doesn't show anything, does anybody know what's going on and how can I fix it?
theo64 from United States 11 years ago  
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Trixie from United States 11 years ago
In these trucks, the ABS sensor is on top of the differential. Check that out, and good luck!
mike from United States 10 years ago
Anti skid sensor wire grounding out front right on frame, added tape light gone away.
akiko from United States 3 years ago
Same here fixed the abs the break lights still on
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No turn or brake lights in the back

Ford F-150 2012 5.0l 4x4 170448 miles
I lost brake and turn signal lights in the back. I have running lights and the brake light on the back of the cab works. Fuses good. Can’t find any apparent breaks or rubs in the wiring. I’m stumped...
Mutt from United States 8 years ago  
MU
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Patty from United States 7 years ago
Do you know what the problem is or was my truck is doing the same crap.
Patty from United States 6 years ago
Did anyone find out the problem
Chaz from United States 6 years ago
Anyone find anything on thus? Mine has done it now and I'm stumped
Nuggster from Canada 6 years ago
Same problem would like to know how to fix it
Thomas from United States 6 years ago
My truck has done the same thing anyone know how to fix the problem
AK47 MarkM from United States 4 years ago
Same issue i have on 98 f150 4.6 2wd you figure this problem is common and ford should rewire this and make it right for the owners the customer is always right and i know that there is a major issue with electrical shorts in the factory harnesses.
Billy Joe from United States 3 years ago
Has anyone figured this out already imbstuck
DavyBoySmith from United States 2 years ago
replaced BCM Body Control Module in my friends and had the dealer flash a junkyard unit.
$160 for BCM
$300 for dealer to flash the module as it holds the key codes for the anti theft system.
if you want to know exactly what component failed: it is a "Quad High Side Switch" NXP Part number 10XS3435D.
if you know somebody skilled enough to:
1. Open the BCM
2. desolder the 4 connectors holding the BCM boardstack together.
3. Replace the defective IC (REFDES U20 for right rear blinker/brake light problem or U11 for left rear blinker/brake light problem) with an SMD rework station you can save the $300 Dealer labor for flashing the module.
I am currently repairing the original, I will post my work if successful.
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Brake light

Ford F-150 2002 XLT 42000 miles
The brake light stays on. Why would this be happening?

Thank
David
DALC from United States 10 years ago  
DA
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PatL from Canada 10 years ago
Break switch located above break pedal is stuck
Henk from United States 10 years ago
I checked that and seems ok
Gary from United States 6 years ago
My cargos lights stays on and tail li are on truck is iff?
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Stop lights don't work

Ford F-150 2001  160129 miles
While using the brakes, the stop lights don't work
Florrie from United States 11 years ago  
FL
1 report 
Lem from United States 11 years ago
First check that the lamps in the stop lights are working, and if they are you have to check the interrupter that is on top of the brake pedal. Normally that is the one that fails... when stepping on the pedal it should send the signal to the lights, otherwise it won't work
Tad from United States 11 years ago
I had the same problem but realized that a cable that drives the power to the trailer and lights was disconnected, check that
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Safety horn, brake light and shifter not working

Ford F-150 2010  181000 miles
The brake lights don't come on when I push on the brakes, the horn does not work and the shifter does not want to shift from part. Has anyone had this issue before?
Thanks in advance
AJap from United States 4 years ago  
AJ
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Solomon from United States 4 years ago
Brake light and shifter for me too!
PEPITO54 from other a year ago
Hello I have the same problem, I press the brake pedal the stop lights do not light and impossible to go into drive mode... P-lock, brake sensor at the pedal change and 2 months after that starts again an idea of the problem?
boarddirector from Great Britain a year ago
I had the same issue last year with my old baby — at first, I didn’t pay much attention when the horn stopped working, but then on a hot day (+32°C), the gear shifter suddenly got stuck. So please check the brake switch near the pedal first — you can carefully remove it and test it with a multimeter; in my case, it showed no continuity at all. I replaced it myself — the part cost around £22 and took about an hour to fit. The saddest thing was that I was driving to a date with a girl from https://www.tenderbang.com/fuck-tonigh… and needed a car urgently. But it never worked out. The good thing was that I quickly managed to find not only the spare parts, but also the girl.
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Brake light left side tow.

Ford F-150 2007 5.4 100000 miles
Replaced fuse location 42. Still no signal.
Broken Arrow from United States 8 years ago  
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Broken Arrow from United States 8 years ago
This circuit is on a separate fuse. I was unable to get a correct fuse diagram(no manual) so I did what I should have done, took it to my mechanic. He is normally booked 2 weeks or more out. So he said to bring it in first thing in morning. He got all the specs on the truck, went in to the office and came out with a diagram. Pulled the fuse replaced it all in about 10 minutes. Best part NO CHARGE! love these guys.
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Brake lights and turn signals

Ford F-150 2012  165000 miles
Ok have a 2012 Ford F150 XLT brake lights and turn signals do not come on. I have replaced the turn signal relays, the multifunction switch, the brake pedal switch, several fuses that were not. Blown but replaced anyways, the bulb socket housing, as well as wiring for brake lights, after this did not work I changed the PCM relay out and replaced it, put brand new bulbs in, and also had a mechanic do a reset on the computer but still have no signal lights and no brake lights. I am completely stumped now as I have changed everything possible that could go to brake lights and signals lights and s… Read complete
James Parkman from United States 4 years ago  
JA
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Yata from United States 3 years ago
Did you find out what was causing this problem? I am having the same problem with my 2016 Ford F150 XLT.
Scott from United States 2 years ago
I got the same problem in my 2000 F-150 ,still haven't found it ,but I got continuity all through the truck ,that should not be there ,checked all ground connections now tiredown.
The mechanic from United States 6 months ago
I have the same problems no tail brakes on right side so I got the pigtail from a junk yard and hooked it to my trailer lights every thing works now
Fkk-150 from United States a year ago
Yeah ive replaced everything and cleaned all ground connections. Still not working and now the license plate lights and taillights are out and just the same all fuses and relays operational. Oddly enough I hooked my old trailer up and plugged it in and for about one block I had right turn blinker , the left blinker on solid and brake lights. Then nothin
Shanda fay from United States a year ago
I have a 2012 F150 with similar issues but replaced the bulbs and now have brake lights and turn signals but still have no license plate lights does anyone know what fuse powers these lights or what fuse it is grouped with? In the meantime I guess I will tape a flashlight to the bumper to illuminate the license plate when driving at night … hoping it’s not a wiring or electrical issue as I am not at all handy with auto mechanical issues if it is beyond a bulb or a fuse replacement or something very basic!
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No brake lights no hazards no turn signals

Ford F-150 1999 XLT v,6 160000 miles
I replace the bulbs I have checked all the fuses I replaced the flashers and I still don't have turn signals brake lights or hazards
Tony from United States 10 years ago  
TO
9 reports 
G-Man from United States 3 years ago
2001 f150 rwd Lariat with no turn, brake, reverse or hazards but have tail lights. Any suggestions?
Been there done that from United States 2 years ago
You are likely dealing with a blown fused link. A fused link is not a fuse,but a solder joint somewhere in the main harness. When a fused link gets overloaded,the solder joint is designed to melt out,thus breaking the connection so you're ride doesn't totally burn up. Since they are not readily visible,they can be time consuming to find. But when you do find it, just replace that section of wiring and it should fix your problem
Christopher from United States 2 months ago
I have turn signals but no tail lights at night with headlights on. I have brake lights though
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My left signal and brake light isn’t working

Ford F-150 2011  109000 miles
My left light isn’t working. Right side does
Lynz from United States 3 years ago  
LY
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louis78 from New Zealand 9 months ago
If the right side works but the left brake and signal don’t, it’s usually more than just a bulb. On the 2011 F-150, the most common issues are a bad bulb socket, a corroded connector, or a faulty ground wire on that side. Even a small amount of corrosion can stop the brake and signal from getting power. I’d check the socket contacts, clean the ground connection, and inspect the wiring harness for damage https://apkloot.net/ those steps often fix the problem quickly.
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Fuses brake lights and shifting

Ford F-150 1997 F-150 2000000 miles
My brake lights and shifting from park to drive does not work
Ervin Harrison from United States 23 days ago  
ER
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Ervin Harrison from United States 23 days ago
Please help me. My brake lights and my shifting from park to drive does not work
Ervin Harrison from United States 23 days ago
Please please help me with my brake lights and shifting from park to drive does not work
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No brake lights

Ford F-150 2006 F150 xlt 5.4 1235001235 miles
Pulled boat trailer all weekend, running lights, side marks, still work on trailer, no brake lights. Tried a different trailer, same issue. No brake lights (all 3) on truck, tail lights come on, headlights and turn signals work. Bulbs good and cleaned connectors with contact cleaner, 20 amp mini fuse wasnt blown but looked discolored at prong base, changed anyway. Replaced 5 prong pigtail but not 7way cleaned connection. Parking brake light on, but it has been. Brake switch sensor or ground??? Where would ground be and is there only 1? Is there a way to test brake pedal switch and where is it exactly? Or could it be something else??? Thanks.
Knight23 from United States 3 months ago  
KN
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feelinold from United States 2 months ago
I would find a wiring diagram that shows your trailer hook ups and what they lead to upfront and do a continuity test on the tail light wire connector in the rear to where it goes. If you get a beep, it’s still good if not, then wire is broken somewhere in that loom.
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No back turn signal nor brake light on L/S

Ford F-150 2013 Supercrew cab 235000 miles
No left turn signal nor brake light work also the third one on cab ch fuses,wiring has no signal only ground and tail light. Also the front one does work just not the back one. 2012 f150 ext cab non 4x4 with a 3.5L engine
Sershcal from United States 5 months ago  
SE
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Papi from United States 4 months ago
Banda ala sele prende check engine dise q el camshaft yalelo cambie. Y sigue igual circuit dise
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Driver side brake light won't work or the turn signal

Ford F-150 2011 F 150 200000 miles
Driver side brake light won't work or the turn signal
Toostoned from United States 2 years ago  
TO
31 reports 
Yolo from Canada a year ago
Dis you find the problem ?
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No Brake lights (except third), but turnsignals, and running lights wo

Ford F-150 2000  150000 miles
Brake lights do not work, (third above the window does work), Turn signals work and running lights do as well.

Since the third light works I assumed it was not the switch... I checked all fuses and they were all good. I changed all bulbs, just to check and the same results.

Any ideas?
Adam in Montana from United States 3 years ago  
AD
5 reports 
Mzlachula from United States 3 years ago
Anyone figure it out?
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Cargo/3brake lights also interior not working 2000 f150 ford

Ford F-150 2000 4.6v8 s/cab 270000 miles
Tail/brake lights work.no cargo/3brake/interior lights. Dashpanel lights works.no lights on air conditions controls
jake from United States 9 years ago  
JA
5 reports 
San Antonio from United States 3 years ago
My 3rd brake light works, but cargo light no, interior lights no, power windows no, and fuel gauge sensor reads empty even though fuel tank is full.
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Lunges on steep incline, no cruise control, parking brake light

Ford F-150 2008 XLT 4x4 5.4L 150000 miles
Truck loses power intermittently when going slowly up a steep incline, lunging and surging

Also parking brake light will not go off, and cruise control stopped working because it thinks the parking brake is set
LittleDirtNeverHurt from United States a month ago  
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Brake lights don't work.

Ford F-150 2012 F-150 ext cab 313280 miles
My turn signals work, but my brake lights don't. I put a new brake switch, but s till no lights
Chris from United States a year ago  
CH
3 reports 

Tail lights and brake lights not working

Ford F-150 2010 F150 160000 miles
Tail lights not working brake lights not working how do I fix this
Amanda from United States a year ago  
AM
11 reports 

No rear brake lights

Ford F-150 2007 F150  200080 miles
Both rear brake lights are not working. Third brake light is. All fuses are good. Replace brake light switch and the multi function switch all other functions of the rear lights work
Steveo from United States a year ago  
ST
6 reports 

Upper center brake light works no Right or left brake Light

Ford F-150 2001 F150 heavy 1\2 ton 170889 miles
Light bulbs are good, which fuse is it
Heavy halfton from United States a year ago  
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Have no brake lights and no reverse light.

Ford F-150 2002 Brake light switch 209000 miles
Have no brake lights and no reverse light...replaced brake light switch at top of brake pedal and still no luck
Papabud019 from United States a year ago  
PA
3 reports 

No brake light or turn signal on drivers side with aftermarket LEDs b.

Ford F-150 2000  300000 miles
No brake light or turn signal on drivers side with aftermarket LEDs but have worked for two years. Bulb is good.
BigKenny from United States a year ago  
BI
4 reports 

Top rear bulb blinker and brake light not working

Ford F-150 2018 Stx 92096 miles
New bulb and light and can’t find fuse for lights or lamps
Hunt from United States 2 years ago  
HU
1 report 

Brake lights are out

Ford F-150 1999  150000 miles
Brake lights are out. Just trying to figure out if it’s a fuse under the hood for sure or in the dash. It’s not the bulbs.
HG74 from United States 2 years ago  
HG
2 reports 

brake light won't work after installing a new bulb

Ford F-150 2018  80000 miles
brake light won't work after installing a new bulb
Scott from United States 2 years ago  
SC

No brake light or turn signals

Ford F-150 2004 5.4 200000 miles
I had some wire short underneath the dash that led into a light blue box probably a relay and I have no brake lights or turn signals I've replaced the main switch the brakes brake switch I've replaced the cruise control switch I've replaced multiple fuses and there's a light blue box that came off the main wiring harness look like it was pigtailed into it that cluster of wires dead in into and that art on the metal underneath the dash and basically melted whatever that box was and I don't know what it is to get it replaced please can you help me
Nukklehead from United States 3 years ago  
NU
4 reports 

Fuse panel that is for the brake lights

Ford F-150 2001 4.6L 167000 miles
I want to check the fuse for my brake and signal lights but I need to find the fuse panel
Danny from United States 3 years ago  
DA
2 reports 

Abs light. Brake light on

Ford F-150 1998 Xlt 250000 miles
Replaced the brake booster and now my abs light and brake light on the dash are on. My truck doesn't have abs
Jay0111 from United States 3 years ago  
JA
4 reports 

No turn signals or brake lights

Ford F-150 1999 Single cab Manuel transmission 4.2 v6  150000 miles
I have no turn signals or brake light I checked all the fuses and they look good and all the running lights work like high and low beams and I have tail lights
Just no turn signals or brake lights
Patrick from United States 3 years ago  
PA
18 reports 
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