Is it a fuse?

[gadget73]

yep, thats the one. I'm actually beginning to think that modding the wiring harness to relay the parking lamps would be a good idea.

[deepsleep]

This was the cause of my funky tail and dash lights;

Oh crap, I remember that I smelled burning plastic when it was working. Well its not working now... That thing is under the dash behind the light thingy?

[gadget73]

its plugged into the light switch, which you have to remove in order to get to that plug. Getting the switch out sucks, so brush up on your swear words. Theres a button on the side of the switch that you have to find with your fingers in order to pull the whole shaft out of the middle of the switch. Once thats off, unscrew the trim ring from behind the pullout knob. The switch then fishes down out of the dash in some magical contortionistic way until you can almost get a good look at it. I don't know what sadist designed that thing but they should be beaten. Theres no reason for it being that difficult to replace.

[deepsleep]

its plugged into the light switch, which you have to remove in order to get to that plug. Getting the switch out sucks, so brush up on your swear words. Theres a button on the side of the switch that you have to find with your fingers in order to pull the whole shaft out of the middle of the switch. Once thats off, unscrew the trim ring from behind the pullout knob. The switch then fishes down out of the dash in some magical contortionistic way until you can almost get a good look at it. I don't know what sadist designed that thing but they should be beaten. Theres no reason for it being that difficult to replace.

Wait, so I dont need to take any dash panels off?

[1990LTD]

Wait, so I dont need to take any dash panels off?

No he meant in addition to the dash panel...long skinny trim pieces pop off, bezels unscrew (but don't come off YET), and you'll need to unbolt the panel directly underneath the steering column to reach up inside to push the button on the switch, which you pull out at the same time as you're pushing the button. Light switch knob pulls straight out and then you are able to remove the bezel to access the sweet sweet brains. Just push the switch (sans knob) back in so you're not working on the car with your lights on. Of course, if you're smarter than I am, you probably disconnected the battery before starting.

[deepsleep]

sweet sweet brains.

lol, is the replacement part hard to find? I'm replacing that whole white plastic thing? Can I drive the car with everything opened up so I can just check the part and drive it around like that until I get the replacement?

[1990LTD]

You can try but I can't make any promises. I don't know what exactly you're replacing, I've just taken my dash apart a bunch of times

[gadget73]

you pull the panel in the middle under the column, where you get to the fuse boxes. If theres a cardboard panel under the dashboard, pull that as well. I don't think any other trim needs to come off the 89 and older. Never done one on a 90s model.

[deepsleep]

Okay so should I check for? How do I check to see if it works? Can I tell by looking at it? Can I drive the car without it?

[1990LTD]

you pull the panel in the middle under the column, where you get to the fuse boxes. If theres a cardboard panel under the dashboard, pull that as well. I don't think any other trim needs to come off the 89 and older. Never done one on a 90s model.

I'm retarded...I thought his was 90-91..

[deepsleep]

Okay so got the thing out... The holding part things on the side fell apart.



Next step?

[gadget73]

yup, thats where they all melt down. I think you can get new plugs at Napa or other parts stores. Rockauto has listings for some things too.

[deepsleep]

Does the relay thing let me skip buying this??

[87gtVIC]

Dont really need a new connector. You can get by with just making sure that the connector in the burnt location is pushed firmly into the new headlight switch and put a zip tie around the entire unit to ensure everything wont fall apart. The relay mod will greatly help prevent anything else from burning up in the future and prolong the life of your headlight switch.

[deepsleep]

I ghetto rigged the hell outa the thing. lol. The parts store didnt have the plug thing so I just broke that corner off the plug and replaced the wire holding thingy. Works fine for now. Thanks for the help guys!