Raptor does not hold up to Rain Storm

[6.2]

very common problem. my 06 ranger even does it.

 

[Raptor2010]

I had the same problem and the dealer replaced the light and fixed the problem under warranty. To many people are having this problem from what I've been seeing. It also caused electrical problems with my hill descent switch. As soon as I disconnected the plug for the L.E.D's on the 3rd brake light, it fixed the problem. I would make the dealer take care of that under warranty just in case.

 

[justvettn]

I had the same problem and the dealer replaced the light and fixed the problem under warranty. To many people are having this problem from what I've been seeing. It also caused electrical problems with my hill descent switch. As soon as I disconnected the plug for the L.E.D's on the 3rd brake light, it fixed the problem. I would make the dealer take care of that under warranty just in case.

When the dealer changed you light did that resolve your hill descent problems?

 

[Fred]

I had the same problem and the dealer replaced the light and fixed the problem under warranty. To many people are having this problem from what I've been seeing. It also caused electrical problems with my hill descent switch. As soon as I disconnected the plug for the L.E.D's on the 3rd brake light, it fixed the problem. I would make the dealer take care of that under warranty just in case.

Yes take it to the dealer...once exposed to water you have corrosion and problems...just a matter of time...it should be replaced...

The brake lights can cause the ABS and the hill descent fault...could also be something lose in the steering column and or the clock spring

 

[justvettn]

Damn it, now I have it all sealed up. I wonder if the service will buck because I had it off and sealed up with silicone?

 

[Fred]

Damn it, now I have it all sealed up. I wonder if the service will buck because I had it off and sealed up with silicone?

I would think not...there are TSB on related issues with the 3rd brake light...etc...so they should check it out and order you a new one...

If it were my truck, I would feel better geeting it checked out than using silicone on a new truck...

 

[DieselD]

I would really think ford would have fixed the damn F150 3rd brake light leaking water issues but now. I remember this concern way back in 2004 with the 150 body redesign.

 

[justvettn]

I would really think ford would have fixed the damn F150 3rd brake light leaking water issues but now. I remember this concern way back in 2004 with the 150 body redesign.

It is baffling that Ford can't figure this one out. The gasket that seals the light is made out of this spongy like material that holds water, mine was soaking wet and had to be dried out before reinstalling. I would imagine that everyone with one of these trucks will have this problem under heavy rain or perhaps snow melting on the roof. If I take my truck to Ford I wonder what the fix will be, another leaky light?

 

[The Car Stereo Company]

dont forget to ask for a new headliner. once those things get wet, they will never last as long........ and you get water stains

 

[Squatting Dog]

Or when Ford techs just tell you to do yourself a favor and silicone the third brake light yourself.

-Greg