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Why do the lights stay on after the Mondeo is turned off?

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MacLuke

09/05/25 8:04am

Because the Mondeo has a 'Follow Me Home' function. After turning off the engine and locking the car, the headlights can remain illuminated for 30 seconds before automatically turning off. Here is some relevant information: 1. Follow Me Home: The Follow Me Home function is a headlight delay feature applied to cars, which essentially means the headlights remain on for a short period after the vehicle is turned off. This allows passengers to see the road conditions when heading home. The delay time is adjustable, usually set to 30 or 60 seconds. 2. Usage Notes: The Follow Me Home function requires the battery voltage to be above 12V to activate. If the function does not work after following the above steps, it may be due to low battery voltage. To avoid the dashboard displaying a 'Turn off dashboard lights' warning after powering off, you can set the light combination switch knob to the 'OFF' position before enabling the Follow Me Home function.

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StJulian

09/17/25 8:14am

I've encountered this situation several times with the Mondeo. There are usually several reasons why the lights remain on after the engine is turned off. First, it could be the headlight delay function at work, especially when parking at night—the lights stay on for about 30 seconds longer, which is a common Ford feature known as 'Follow-Me-Home' lighting. The duration can be adjusted in the instrument panel settings. If the interior lights are on, it's likely that a door isn't properly closed, with the trunk being a frequent oversight. Another common cause is accidentally activating the reading lights. However, if the lights stay on for more than five minutes and won't turn off, you should be wary of wiring issues—it could be due to stuck contacts in the headlight switch or a signal fault in the BCM (Body Control Module). I once had a relay stick, which resulted in a dead battery the next day. If you notice anything unusual, I recommend visiting a dealership as soon as possible to read the fault codes and check the battery's health.

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