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Old Nov 11, 2015 | 08:39 PM
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I have a 2005 f150 xlt scab that has electrical problems when cold,( dome light wont turn on, radio wont turn off) but everything on passenger side works and it only does this in the winter. Any help appreciated. Thanks in advance!

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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 06:00 AM
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check the drivers door switch...
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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 12:04 PM
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I thought that at first that maybe it's just a sticking door switch. I sprayed some wd40 in the door and it didnt fix anything. i just dont understand why it only does it in the winter. I'll try spraying it again when i get home but i may just have to bite the bullet and replace it
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WD-40 is not the proper lube for an electrical switch...
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Old Nov 12, 2015 | 05:06 PM
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Sorry I didn't catch your message earlier I just sprayed a little bit of liquid wrench in the door and gave a light tap with a shot filled hammer and it functioned as it should. Is there a permanent fix for a sticky door switch? Thanks for your help by the way, really appreciate it. This is my first vehicle ever and really wanting to make it good.
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