High beams and flash to pass will not work, but the high beam indicator works on the dash

Tiny
RICKSHAULING
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  • 2007 FORD F-150
  • 4.2L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
I have headlights, taillights, brake, lights turn signals and low beams, but no flash to pass or high beam headlights. I have put all new relays in, all new fuses, new turn signal assembly switch, that has the turn signals wipers the whole nine yards on it. Still no flash to pass or high beams. Could you please help me find out the problem?
Tuesday, October 23rd, 2018 AT 6:21 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi and thanks for using 2carpros.com

This could be many different things. Since you have replaced all general components related to the high beam, we have to consider a wiring issue or power supply issue. Here is the manual's description of normal operation. You can see how many things have to occur for the lights to work. Since the flash to pass doesn't work, I have a feeling it is an issue in the power distribution box. Reconfirm that fuse 35 (20 amp) is good. Check it for continuity. Follow this link to confirm it is good and power is at the aforementioned fuse.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Normal Operation
The multifunction switch receives voltage from the headlamp switch through circuit 15 (RD/YE). When the multifunction switch is placed in the HIGH BEAM position, voltage is routed to the high beam relay coil through circuit 275 (YE). When the high beam relay coil receives battery voltage from circuit 275 (YE), the high beam relay is energized. Battery voltage received from within the central junction box (CJB) is then routed to circuit 12 (LG/BK) via CJB fuse 35 (20A) and then to the high beam headlamps through circuit 12 (LG/BK). Circuit 57 (BK) is the ground circuit for the headlamps and relay.

Possible Causes
- Fuse
- Circuit 12 (LG/BK) open
- Circuit 57 (BK) open
- Circuit 275 (YE) open
- High beam relay
- Multifunction switch
- CJB

I have attached two diagnostic flow charts related to inoperative high beams. If you follow the directions as listed, you will find the problem. Based on what you listed as your knowledge level, you shouldn't have any trouble. However, I am here if you run into trouble or have questions.

If you need this, chances are you don't, but here are general directions for testing wiring, using a multi meter, and using a test light. Please understand I don't know who I am talking with, so I hope providing the basics isn't offensive. LOL

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Let me know what you find and take care,

Joe
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Wednesday, October 24th, 2018 AT 7:15 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for your help but I did one last check on the truck which was replace the headlight Bulbs and that was the problem what is the chances of both highbeam lights blowing out at the same time but that was the problem I replaced the bulbs and they work fine highbeams and also flash to pass works also Thanks for your advice and help
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Friday, October 26th, 2018 AT 5:52 AM
Tiny
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Hi and no problem. I wanted to ask, but I figured I would make someone mad. LOL

Regardless, I'm glad you got it fixed.

Take care,
Joe
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Friday, October 26th, 2018 AT 5:49 PM

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