Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

Table 1 shows two common exterior lighting related problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport. The number one most common problem is related to the turn signal switch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlights (two problems).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Ford Explorer Sport

Problem Category Number of Problems
Turn Signal Switch problems
2
Headlights problems
2

Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer Sport

The Turn Signal Switch problem

Brake lights and turn signals stopped working. Problem traced to tilt steering and multi-function switch wiring harness. Broken retainer clip allows wires to be pulled from connector breaking connection for brake light and turn signal.   Read details...

The Headlights problem

The lighting system on the Ford Explorer Sport, is not good for night driving at long distances, I have a 98 Ford f-150 and the lights are more proper for this kind of driving. The new system that is being used now, has poor visability on bright. This is a problem since I have had the sport.   Read details...


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