Q: Fog lights not working says high beams are on. Multi function switch does nothing.

asked by on February 04, 2017

When I turn too parking lights they come on. I pull for fog lights to come on and hi beam indicator is illuminated. I turn to headlights and high beam indicator still illuminated. Multi function switch has no effect as far as hi lo pass position. Swapped some relays and checked fuses. Also unplugged all lights one at a time to make sure there wasn't a short in a bulbs. Unplugged multifunction switch completely and fog lights still won't come on.

My car has 110000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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