running lights not working

2004 FORD TAURUS
83,000 MILES • 3.2L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SHAWN BRIGGS
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i found the fuse 15 amp under the dash, when i even touch the new fuse to put it in it just pops.

also dash gauges work but no lights. replaced the fuse 《think it was 28》 but still no dash lights. Please help!
Jul 23, 2017 at 7:57 AM
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STRAILER
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Hello,

It sounds like one of your light sockets or bulbs has melted. Please remove the rear lens first and check the bulbs for damage (remove the bulbs). Here is a guide that should help.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/no-tail-lights-exterior-running-lights-tail-lights-out

Please run this test and get back to us we are interested to see what it is.

Cheers, Ken
Jul 24, 2017 at 2:10 PM
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