F 250 4WD LD Pickup V8-5.4L SOHC VIN L (1997)
Brake Lamp: Initial Inspection and Diagnostic Overview
1. Verify the customer concern by operating the stoplamps.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage:
VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
MECHANICAL
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Damaged brake on/off switch.
ELECTRICAL
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Blown fuse.
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Damaged wiring harness.
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Loose or corroded connections.
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Damaged stoplamp bulb.
3. If the concern is not visually evident, determine the symptom and proceed to the Symptom Chart. See: Symptom Related Diagnostic Procedures