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Old Jul 26, 2025
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fuse blows when shifting Park to Drive

Ive got a 2004 Ranger 3.0 v6. When shifting gear out of park to drive or reverse with brake pressed, the 10 amp fuse blows.
10 amp fuse which controls hazard lights, turn signals, ABS indicator light and brake light come on.
It started when I would quickly shift gears, so I slowed the process down and that stopped it, but now
every time I shift out of park to D or R the fuse pops instantly, every time. Thanks for any input!
 
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Old Jul 26, 2025
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...10 amp fuse which controls hazard lights, turn signals, ABS indicator light and brake light come on....
Huh? The fuse blows but the lights still work?
 
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Old Jul 26, 2025
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If your truck has trailer wiring, check that first

Poorly routed and bare wires cause all kinds of light problems, make sure they are not rubbing and missing insulation.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2025
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The turn signals and hazard lights do not work when the 10 amp fuse is blown
 
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Old Jul 27, 2025
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Yes, it does. will investigate. thank you.
 
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Old Jul 28, 2025
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does it still do it with the Trans range sensor unplugged?
 
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Old Jul 28, 2025
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hmm...let me check.
 
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Old Aug 22, 2025
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When unplugged, I cannot switch lever out of park.
 
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