1994 Ford Ranger Light on CHIME/bell

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PAUL BOWLING
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  • 1994 FORD RANGER
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,000 MILES
The chime continues to go off when I turn my lights on in normal operation/driving as if I accidentaly left them on after killing the engine. The chime goes off when I turn the lights off.

where should I trouble shoot first to resolve this issue?

Could a scan test - clear codes/clear abs code or replacing spark plug wires have anything to do with initally causing the problem? It started imediately after those services were done.
Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 9:39 AM

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Tiny
LEGITIMATE007
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Check the actual switch for the lights. For a short or loose connecttion
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Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010 AT 11:53 AM
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PAUL BOWLING
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Checking switches was a good idea. Light switch was functional. Localized the problem to the ingnition switch/ignition solinoid. I replaced that 3 years ago and rather than do so again and have to re- key the ignition, I chose to disconnect the bell that was easily accessible under the steering column & dash.
No other systems are directly affected as far as I can tell.
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Thursday, March 11th, 2010 AT 9:54 AM
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Very good, if you need anything else, dont hesitate
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Thursday, March 11th, 2010 AT 12:43 PM

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