1994 Ford Ranger Light on CHIME/bell

1994 FORD RANGER
110,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAUL BOWLING
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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.
Mar 2, 2010 at 9:39 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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check the actual switch for the lights. for a short or loose connecttion
Mar 2, 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.
Mar 11, 2010 at 9:54 AM
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LEGITIMATE007
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very good, if you need anything else , dont hesitate
Mar 11, 2010 at 12:43 PM