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Principles of Operation




Reversing Lamps

Principles of Operation

When the transmission is in REVERSE (R), the PCM (all except 4.6L engine) or the digital Transmission Range (TR) sensor (4.6L engine) provides a ground for the reversing lamps relay coil. When the relay is energized, voltage is supplied to the reversing lamps (wagon) or the body builder connector (cutaway or stripped chassis vehicles).