My 2002 Ford Ranger dome light stays on after doors are closed because the truck senses that a door is ajar however both doors are closed tightly. ...

How It Works

Get an answer in three easy steps. Here's how it works...

Ask Your Question

1. Ask Your Question

Enter your Ford question at the top of this page and click Get An Answer.

Pick Your Priority

2. Pick Your Priority

Tell us how quickly you want your Ford question answered.

Get An Answer

3. Get An Answer

Connect with your Ford mechanic via online chat or telephone call.

Answer

Customer

My 2002 Ford Ranger dome light stays on after doors are closed because the truck senses that a door is ajar however both doors are closed tightly. How do I fix this?

Last updated
Elixir Cada
Ford Mechanic

Hello and welcome to ExpertHelp.com! My name is Elixir Cada and I'm going to do everything in my power to answer your question to your full satisfaction!

Before we get started, I want to remind you ExpertHelp.com is an independent professional support company. We do not have any affiliation with **FORD** nor are we paid to provide support on their behalf. However, we have helped hundreds of customers with similar questions and believe we can help you too. OK, let’s get started!

I’m available to chat now. Please let me know that you are ready by posting a response. I’ll leave my chat session open for the next 15 minutes or so and wait for your reply. If I don’t catch you this time, please respond with a few times (including your timezone) that work best for you and we can connect then.

Last updated
Elixir Cada
Ford Mechanic

Hi Rick,

This is a common issue with Ford Rangers. The door latch serves  asa switch to the dome light. What you need to do is to lubricat/spray WD40 to the door latch and close and open the door several times. This will adjust/fit the switch to the door latch. 

Let me know if this helps. 

Posted
Elixir Cada
Ford Mechanic

I am making a follow on this issue, Rick.

Was the problem already solved?

Posted
Customer

Due to some things beyond my control my pickup is not at my house right now but it will be tomorrow so I will try your advice at that time.  Thank you for your help.

Posted
Elixir Cada
Ford Mechanic

Alright Rick. I will wait for your update tomorrow. 

Posted
Elixir Cada
Ford Mechanic

I am making a follow on this issue, Rick.

Was the problem already solved?

Posted
Erica
Customer Support

Ticket# 00068003

"Your suggestion solved my problem. Thank you!"

Posted

quoteTestimonialsquote

About ExpertHelp

ExpertHelp is changing the way you connect with service professionals.

Whether you have a quick question while preparing your taxes, troubleshooting a computer problem, or need to hire an attorney, ExpertHelp is the most convenient and affordable way to connect with the right service professional to get the job done.

ExpertHelp has been in business since 2011, is an A+ Rated Better Business Bureau accredited member, and offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on every question you ask!

More Ford Questions...

Ask Your Ford Question & Get An Answer Now!