Headlight and highbeam problem 97 Ranger XLT

[RangerBill71]

Neither headlights nor highbeams are working. Checked the fuse, does not appear to be that, not the bulbs. I think it's the headlight switch that is malfunctioning. What is the cheapest easiest way to fix this or to determine if this is the problem? Thanks!

[basilio]

the cheap way or should Isay gehto is to run a hot wire from battery to the lights with a togle switch turn them on/off.But no brites.

[RangerBill71]

Thanks but my wife is making me take it in to get fixed "right".

[Epigod]

I had the same problem. You need a new "multipurpose switch" which is the high/low beam switch wiper control and turn signal. Sounds bad but it aint. $45 from ford dealer and a few torx screws on the steering column. 30 minute job max.