Wanted Answer to check gauge light staying on.

[rsharp2u]

I just bought an 02' Ford Explorer 4WD used at a dealership. The check gages light stays on, the Drivers side window won't go down (electric) and the Door is a Jar light won't shut off either? I am hoping none of these symptoms are going to cost me an arm and a leg? If anyone has any advice I am a woman in need of honest answers..lol

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! I've moved your thread into the stock 2002-2005 section. Check the charge of the alternator for the gauge issue. Check the wiring harness inside of the rubber boot between the door, and the frame of the vehicle for the window issue. Spray WD-40 into the latches on the doors for the door ajar issue.

 

[BigRondo]

Welcome aboard!!

A lot of electrical issues can be traced back to broken/damaged wire(s) in the boot between the body and the driver's door. I found 2 broken wires and repaired them. The thin black ground wire was broken and after repairing it all was back to normal. When the windows stopped working, I repaired the thick black ground wire and the windows now work like a champ.

Could also be related to the door ajar switch.

Here is the thread for removing the door panel: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums//showthread.php?t=303524

Here is a great thread for checking/replacing the door ajar switch, thanks to borland for the awesome write-up: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=249253

That is a great write up.

On a side note, before going through a complete replacement of the switch, you can spray WD40 into the door latch opening on each door, as these become stuck sometimes....and this can alleviate the issue.

This worked for me, after going for more than a year of the "door ajar" light coming on occasionally...mainly after a car wash, high humidity, or rain....making me unable to lock/arm the vehicle from the door keypad and keeping the dome lights on. Worth a try....it worked for me

Here is a great thread for checking for broken/damaged wires, thanks to synyster for this awesome write-up: http://www.explorerforum.com/forums//showthread.php?t=270081

Be sure to take your time when looking for broken/damaged wire(s). Check all the wires for breaks/damage. When you think you're done looking, look again, and again, and again. A bright flashlight can be very helpful.

Here is a great link for troubleshooting the power windows, thanks to theofam for this great link Dead Link Removed

Hope this helps out.