Remove the front door latch.
Ford door ajar switch removal.
Here s how the system works.
One of the doors has a faulty door ajar warning sensor switch 2.
The common problem is that the switch is not closed this will cause your dome lite to be on door ajar light on and will malfunction any aftermarket auto alarm.
The wiring harness typically the driver door for the door has suffered damage after 15 years of bending every time the door is opened and closed.
If you have a door ajar light on issue the problem can be the door ajar switch the body control module or a broken wire in the door hinge area.
For additional information refer to front door latch in this section.
Rotate and remove the door ajar switch.
Ford explorer since 1995 has been using an in door switch for the door jamb.
Door ajar switch removal and installation.
I called the local ford dealship and the repair department told me how to remove the switch.
Remove the door ajar switch.
A mix of rust penetrant and wd 40 fixes most of these.
Lift the locking tab.
To install reverse the removal.
Door ajar light on ford system.
Older versions used a plunger that you could easily test with with your fingers.
I have traced both front door wires to a single harness plug but have not been able to find a pin out description.
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The door ajar switch is located at the bottom.
The door is setting off the alarm due to one of two things.
The door ajar switch is located on the door.
You have to loosen the 3 latch screws than twist the switch counter clockwise and pop the switch out.
Therefore determine which switch location you have before replacing the switch.
Does anybody know where on the wire harness each door ajar switch can be tested.