Instrument Cluster Warning Lights - Dimly Lit
Article No.93-24-10
11/24/93
^ LAMP - MALFUNCTION OF FOUR PIN LOW OIL LEVEL RELAY - VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 8/1/92 OR 1983-1993 VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD SERVICE REPLACEMENT IGNITION SWITCHES AFTER 8/1/92
^ LAMPS - INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING LIGHTS DIMLY LIT - VEHICLES BUILT AFTER 8/1/92 OR 1983-1993 VEHICLES THAT HAVE HAD SERVICE REPLACEMENT IGNITION SWITCHES AFTER 8/1/92
FORD:
1983 FAIRMONT
1983-89 CROWN VICTORIA, ESCORT
1983-93 MUSTANG, THUNDERBIRD
1983-94 PROBE
1984-86 LTD
1984-94 TEMPO
LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1983 LN7, ZEPHYR
1983-87 CONTINENTAL, LYNX
1983-89 GRAND MARQUIS, TOWN CAR
1983-93 COUGAR
1984-86 CAPRI, MARQUIS
1984-94 TOPAZ
LIGHT TRUCK:
1983-91 BRONCO
1983-93 ECONOLINE, F-150-350 SERIES, RANGER
1986-91 AEROSTAR
1991-93 EXPLORER
ISSUE:
The instrument cluster warning light(s) may be dimly lit or there may be a malfunction of the four pin low oil relay on vehicles so equipped. This could be due to the ignition switch.
ACTION:
If the vehicle displays the subject symptoms and meets the following conditions, replace the ignition switch. Refer to the appropriate Car or Light Truck Service Manual (Section 13-04 for 1983-1990 Cars, Section 11-04 for 1991-1993 Cars and Section 13-05 for 1983-1990 Light Trucks, Section 11-05 for 1991-1993 Light Trucks) for removal and installation procedures. Refer to the Parts Block in this article for correct parts usage.
CONDITIONS
^ The vehicle has 14401 wiring attached to the P2 terminal of the ignition switch. Refer to the wiring schematic and/or Electrical And Vacuum Troubleshooting Manual (EVTM) for the concern vehicle.
^ The vehicle is equipped with one of the ignition switches identified in the Ignition Switch Part Number Chart.
NOTE:
THE SERVICE PART NUMBERS FOR THE REPLACEMENT IGNITION SWITCHES WILL HAVE THE SAME PART NUMBERS AS THOSE REPLACED. THE NEW SWITCH HAS BEEN IMPROVED TO CORRECT THE SUBJECT ISSUE.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under The Provisions Of The Bumper To Bumper For 1992/93 Models, Basic Warranty Coverage For All Other Models Except Lincolns. Major Component Warranty Coverage For Lincolns
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
932410A Replace Ignition Switch - 0.5 Hr.
All Light and Compact Trucks
DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
11572 X1
OASIS CODES: 201000, 201100, 206000