So I took my 2001 Ford 7.3L in to the Ford dealer today with several problems after we received 8 inches of rain here in 4 days. Here is a list of problems:
*Drivers side head light will not go off
*A/C fan (blower) will not turn off with key, only switch
*Overdrive light flashing and speedometer no longer works
*Airbag light not working, getting audible beeps (5 beeps, 5 times)
The dealer called after looking at it for a little while and said I have to replace my fuse panel (the whole panel) and the GEM module because the windshield was leaking and they apparently got wet/corroded. Furthermore, he said this WILL fix the speedometer but maybe not the other issues. But he BELIEVES they are all tied together somehow. TOTAL COST - $1300.00.
Could this be the VSS causing the speedometer issue and the flashing overdrive light??
Does this make sense? That is a lot of money to pay for a sure fix on my speedometer and maybe nothing else. What should I do? What would you do?
**The truck still runs perfect. Does not seem to be burning more fuel or shifting differently. I know I need to get my windshield replaced because of the leak. Are there ways to cut costs? Aftermarket GEM or fuse panel??
H E L P
*Drivers side head light will not go off
*A/C fan (blower) will not turn off with key, only switch
*Overdrive light flashing and speedometer no longer works
*Airbag light not working, getting audible beeps (5 beeps, 5 times)
The dealer called after looking at it for a little while and said I have to replace my fuse panel (the whole panel) and the GEM module because the windshield was leaking and they apparently got wet/corroded. Furthermore, he said this WILL fix the speedometer but maybe not the other issues. But he BELIEVES they are all tied together somehow. TOTAL COST - $1300.00.
Could this be the VSS causing the speedometer issue and the flashing overdrive light??
Does this make sense? That is a lot of money to pay for a sure fix on my speedometer and maybe nothing else. What should I do? What would you do?
**The truck still runs perfect. Does not seem to be burning more fuel or shifting differently. I know I need to get my windshield replaced because of the leak. Are there ways to cut costs? Aftermarket GEM or fuse panel??
H E L P