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Feb 15, 2018

jakeyoung88

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No Functioning Taillights

Hey y’all I’m new here and have a question about my ranger. I have a 2001 Ranger with a 4.0L V6 Off-road Package. I recently got a fix it ticket because my tail lights are not functioning but my brake lights and turn signals are working as they should. I was wondering what could be the issue with this, blown fuse, bad bulbs etc. To add on to this, both tail lights are not functioning. If y’all could help out that would be great I have until 11PM eastern time to get this fixed up. Thank you in advance
Jake Young

Feb 15, 2018

rcr4v3n

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Does your dash light up? The tail light fuse also powers the dash lights.

Feb 15, 2018

jakeyoung88

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Does your dash light up? The tail light fuse also powers the dash lights.

yes the dash lights up like it normally would

Feb 15, 2018

BigEdge126

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Could still be bulbs. I would start for easy 1st.

Feb 15, 2018

rcr4v3n

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The fuse looked good and the dash lights up perfectly fine. There is only one bulb that lights up the brake lights along with the running lights so the bulb can’t be bad. What else should I check that would cause this issue?

BigEdge126 is probably right. The bulbs are dual filament. Meaning they have two separate filaments, one for running lights, and the other, much brighter, for the turn/brake. Its rare for both to go at the same time. Remember to check all vehicle lights at least once a month.

Feb 16, 2018

jakeyoung88

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My father and I did some tinkering around last night. Replaced the bulbs, checked the fuses for continuity and nothing worked so we are thinking it’s a wiring issue. Due to the short time I have to get it fixed I’m bringing it to a shop today. Thanks for ya guys help!