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Old 13 Feb 2005, 04:20 am
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Ok guys, you never have failed me yet, please help. Tonight my low beams would not come on. This happened while on the interstate so it wasn't very fun. Pulled into a parking lot off the interstate and fiddly f))ked with them for 30 minutes and they finally started working again. Any suggestions? Is this something I can repair or check?
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Old 13 Feb 2005, 05:44 am
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Sounds like the switch.
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Old 13 Feb 2005, 12:05 pm
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Uh, thanks Mean Green, I figured as much...But what is the process in fixing/repairing this? Come on guys, dont' fail me now
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Jmack,

You don't fix or repair it, you have to replace it. I haven't done it myself, but that multifunction switch has been discussed quite a few times and those that have got a new one from the dealer say it isn't hard to replace. A couple screws and wire connections is all it takes. You could probably find one at a re-cycling dealer (junk yard) but then you can't be sure if it's in good working order.
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Old 13 Feb 2005, 12:27 pm
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Thanks Crewzin, I think by the time this is over I will know how to replace every damned part on this car.

I might as well order it. I am going to take advantage of the warm weather today and install my new door lock switch, so while I got the torx out I might as well learn how to replace that.
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Jmack,
2 questions on your headlight dilema. 1.Have you had bad weather where you could have driven thru a puddle? 2. Do you have a trailer hitch or any other add on wiring?[:I]
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Old 15 Feb 2005, 06:13 pm
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Gonz,
No i haven't been in any puddles. It hasn't rained that much here in Knoxville. Also, no I dont have a trailer hitch or anything attached.
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Old 16 Feb 2005, 08:28 am
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Sounds like the multi-function switch....[:0]
Lots of them have been crapping out.
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Old 16 Feb 2005, 01:41 pm
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So far my multifunction switch is doing OK but they can be a trouble spot. I have had them go out on Fords I have owned in the past (haven't had a problem so far with the ones on Cadillacs so far). I learned that if I try to always hold the switch by the stalk (rather than the end that rotates) when using the turn signals or the highlight dimmer the switches lasted MUCH longer. Just a thought.
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I have a new never installed MF for a PT with foglights. $55.00 includes shipping.
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