1988 f150 lariat xlt

Asked by Justin Jan 27, 2017 at 10:39 AM

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 1988 f150 and when I am making a sharp
corner it dies, sometimes while im driving the radio
will shut off then the truck sometimes dies, and
now when it starts I have no turn signals, no radio,
no a/c, no heat but the headlights tail lights they
work, the dash lights work please help me

1 Answer

F_O_R answered 7 years ago

I suspect bad electrical connections so inspect the wiring harness for damage or loose connectors and also check the ground strap(s). Also check the accessory hot wire connection to the battery and clean and tighten the battery cables and terminals.

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