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[SV43600( ALL)06/95]
4. Replace the fuse with one that has the right
amperage rating (see previous chart).
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[SV43700( ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has
the specified amperage rating. Using a
fuse with a higher amperage rating can
cause severe wire damage and could start
a fire.
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[SV43800( ALL)06/95]
5. Put the fuse panel cover back on.
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[SV44000( ALL)05/93]
Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
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[SV44100( ALL)03/95]
Circuit Breakers
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[SV44200(BEF )06/95]
If you need to check a circuit breaker on the
fuse panel, seeChecking and replacing fusesto
find out how to locate the fuse panel. Otherwise,
locate the circuit breaker according to the
instructions on the charts given earlier in this
chapter.
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[SV44300( ALL)02/95]
Since you need diagnostic equipment to check
whether a circuit breaker works and such
equipment comes with instructions, we do not
discuss how to check circuit breakers.
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[SV44400( ALL)10/92]
However, you should know that the circuit
breakers will reset themselves and allow the
electrical parts to work again once the overload
on the circuit is removed. If the circuit breakers
continue to cut off electricity, have your vehicle's
electrical system checked.
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[SV44500( ALL)06/95]
If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the
same amperage rating. To remove a circuit
breaker mounted in the fuse panel, grip it with
your finger and thumb and pull it straight out
of its socket.
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Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV44700(BEF )01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[SV44800(BEF )01/95]
q
headlamps
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[SV44900(BEF )01/95]
q
tail lamps
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[SV45000(BEF )01/95]
q
brakelamps
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[SV45050(BEF )02/95]
q
high-mount brakelamp
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[SV45100(BEF )01/95]
q
hazard flasher
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[SV45200(BEF )01/95]
q
turn signals
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[SV45300(BEF )01/95]
q
license plate lamp
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[SV45400(BEF )01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[SV45500(BEF )01/95]
q
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[SV45600(BEF )01/95]
q
the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[SV45700(BEF )01/95]
q
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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Headlamp Bulb
[SV45850( E )12/91]
Hi series (Aerodynamic)
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[SV45900(BEF )01/95]
The headlamps on your vehicle use replaceable
bulbs. When the lamp burns out, simply replace
the bulb, rather than the whole lamp.
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[SV46000(BEF )05/95]
RWARNING
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully
and keep out of children's reach. Grasp
the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your
hand could cause the bulb to break the
next time the headlamps are operated.
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[SV46050(BEF )12/91]
NOTE: If the bulb is accidently touched, it
should be cleaned with rubbing
alcohol before being used.
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[SV46100(BEF )01/95]
Do not remove the burned-out bulb unless you
can immediately replace it with a new one. If a
bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the headlamp housing
and affect its performance.
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[SV46200(BEF )03/91]
one third page art:0020406-B
Parts of a headlamp
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Removing the headlamp bulb
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[SV46400(BEF )01/95]
1. Make sure that the headlamp switch on the
instrument panel is in the OFF position.
[SV46550( E )04/95]
2. Lift the hood and fix in up position using
prop rod.
[SV46600( E )04/95]
3. Bend back slightly and lift up on the two
metal tabs while holding the lamp to vehicle.
This will release the lamp from the installed
position.
[SV46650( E )05/91]
one third page art:0020844-B
Removing/Installing the headlamp bulb
[SV46750( E )04/95]
4. Remove the bulb retaining ring by turning it
1/8 of a turn to free it from the socket. Then
slide the ring off the plastic base. Keep the
ring. You must use it again to hold the new
bulb in place.
[SV46850( E )04/95]
5. Carefully remove the bulb assembly from its
socket by gently pulling it rearward without
turning.
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Installing the headlamp bulb
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[SV47000(BEF )02/95]
1. With the flat side of the bulb's plastic base
facing upward, insert the glass end of the
bulb into the socket. You may need to turn
the bulb left or right to line up the grooves
in the plastic base with the tabs in the
socket. When the grooves are aligned, push
the bulb into the socket until the plastic base
contacts the rear of the socket.
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[SV47100(BEF )02/95]
2. Slip the bulb retaining ring over the plastic
base until it contacts the rear of the socket.
Lock the ring into the socket by rotating it
clockwise until you feel a ªstopº.
[SV47250( E )12/91]
3. Reposition the three adjuster screws into the
retaining holes and hold while pushing the
two black tabs downward to engage the
ends of the adjuster screws. You will hear a
ªsnapº when the tabs are properly engaged.
Make sure lamp is secured properly by
pulling it forward. If it is loose, remove
lamp and reinstall.
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[SV47300(BEF )02/95]
4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure that
they work properly. If the headlamp was
correctly aligned before you changed the
bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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[SV47406( E )02/95]
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
[SV47410( E )03/91]
E-150 Ð E-350 without cargo lamp attached
[SV47420( E )03/91]
To remove/install or replace a bulb:
[SV47430( E )03/91]
1. Remove the two screws that secure the lamp
and lift up from the vehicle.
[SV47440( E )03/91]
2. Remove the socket that contains the
burned-out bulb and replace the bulb.
[SV47450( E )03/91]
3. To install a bulb, reverse the procedures
above.
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[SV47470( E )03/91]
To remove/install or replace a bulb:
[SV47480( E )03/91]
1. Remove the two screws that secure the
Hi-mount stop lamp/cargo lamp and lift the
assembly from the vehicle.
[SV47490( E )03/91]
2. After removing the two screws that secure
the lens, remove the cargo lamp lens.
[SV47501( E )03/91]
3. Remove the two screws attaching the cargo
lamp to the Hi-mount stop lamp.
[SV47510( E )03/91]
4. Remove or replace the burned-out bulb(s) in
the Hi-mount stop lamp.
[SV47520( E )03/91]
5. To install a bulb, reverse the procedures
above.
[SV47530( E )12/91]
half page art:0020852-B
Replacing the stop lamp bulb
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six pica chart:0020500-F
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Rear lighting wire functions
[SV48500( E )12/91]
twelve pica chart:0020416-B*
[SV48600( ALL)03/95]
Emission Control System
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[SV48700(BEF )05/95]
Your vehicle is equipped with a catalytic
converter which enables your vehicle to comply
with applicable exhaust emission requirements.
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[SV48725( ALL)06/95]
RWARNING
Exhaust leaks may result in the entry of
harmful and potentially lethal fumes into
the passenger compartment. Under
extreme conditions excessive exhaust
temperatures could damage the fuel
system, the interior floor covering, or
other vehicle components, possibly
causing a fire.
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