Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWD
Section 80 (Interior Lighting System)
2013 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor, FWDSECTION Section 80 (Interior Lighting System)
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- Description And Operation
- Diagnosis And Testing
- Interior Lighting
- Special Tool(s)
- Principles of Operation
- Inspection and Verification
- DTC Charts
- Symptom Chart
- Pinpoint Tests
- Pinpoint Test A: The Courtesy Lamps Do Not Illuminate With A Door Open
- Pinpoint Test B: The Courtesy Lamps Do Not Illuminate From The Instrument Panel Dimmer Switch
- Pinpoint Test C: One Or More Interior Courtesy Lamp Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test D: One Or More Running Board Lamp Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test E: The Cargo Lamp is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test F: All The Courtesy Lamps Stay On Continuously
- Pinpoint Test G: The Interior Courtesy Lamps Stay On Continuously
- Pinpoint Test H: The Running Board Lamps Stay On Continuously
- Pinpoint Test I: One Or More Demand Lamp Is Inoperative
- Pinpoint Test J: The Battery Saver Does Not Deactivate After Time-Out
- Interior Lighting
- Removal and Installation
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.