Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

Table 1 shows four common exterior lighting related problems of the 1997 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the turn signal (two problems).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Ford Escort


Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

The Headlights problem

Headlights are fogging up due to moisture. Caller is concerned that they will not pass inspection if they get any worse. Dealer said headlights need to be replaced, and that was all they could do. Manufacturer has not been called yet. The 2 headlights were replaced.   Read details...

The Turn Signal problem

While driving at any speed, turn signal for right side will activate without a prior warning to other drivers that consumer will make a turn. Consumer feels there is a short.   Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

Dashboard lights failed.   Read details...


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