No dash lights, speedo, electric controls

2000 Windstar, no dash lights, speedo, electric controls



Hello, I have a 2000 Windstar. The odometer and speedometer quit working and the abs light came on. I checked the manual and all 3 of these are on the same fuse. Checked fuse and it was blown. Replaced fuse and everything was working. Was not getting heat (thought it might be the front temp blend door actuator) so I checked some more fuses. I had the van running and pulled a fuse and everything on dash quit. No dash lights, no windshield wipers, no radio, no turn signals, no blower motor, no power windows, mirrors or locks. I put the fuse back in and still nothing ( the van remained running during this. ) If I turn the van off and turn key back into accessory position, everything works. I am dumbfounded. None of the fuses are blown. Could this be a relay? If so, why does everything work with key in accessory? Has anybody experienced this or have any suggestions. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance. Keith Hall