How do I turn the interior lights off in a Ford Edge?
The quickest solution is to move the overhead dome-light switch to the OFF position to disable the interior lights entirely. This prevents the lights from turning on when doors are opened and helps keep the cabin dark while parked or driving. The following guidance covers how to do this and what variations you might encounter by model year.
Where to find and how to use the main dome light control
Use the following steps to turn off the interior lights using the overhead switch. If you prefer to leave them off only when doors are closed, there is a separate DOOR mode.
- Locate the overhead console on the ceiling between the sun visors and find the dome light switch with three positions: OFF, DOOR, and ON.
- Slide or press the switch to the OFF position to completely disable the interior lights.
- If you want the lights to come on only when a door is opened, set the switch to DOOR; the lights will automatically turn on when a door is opened and turn off after the door is closed.
- To keep the lights off while you’re inside but still want to use the map lights temporarily, use the individual map-light buttons to turn them off.
Note: With the dome switch in OFF, the interior lights stay off regardless of door status. If set to DOOR, lights will come on when a door is opened. If set to ON, the lights stay on until you manually switch them off or change the setting.
Turning off the individual map lights
Some Edge models allow you to control the map lights separately from the main dome light. Use this approach if you want the cabin dark while still having read lights ready for use, or to quickly minimize brightness.
- Press the map-light lens or dedicated button for each front map light to toggle it off or on as needed.
- Remember that map lights can be independent of the dome switch, so turning them off doesn’t necessarily affect the main dome light if it’s set to ON or DOOR.
By using the separate map-light controls, you can keep the cabin dark while avoiding unnecessary illumination when you don’t need map lighting.
Other considerations and year-to-year variations
Ford Edge models across years share the core control layout, but some trims add ambient lighting or additional dimming options within the vehicle’s settings. If your model includes ambient lighting or footwell lights, you may be able to disable them through the instrument cluster or infotainment/settings menu. The exact path can vary by year and trim, so consult your owner’s manual for precise instructions.
- Older Edge generations (roughly 2007–2014) primarily rely on the overhead dome switch and separate map lights.
- Mid-generation models (roughly 2015–2019) maintain the same dome switch with possible ambient lighting options in the settings.
- Newer models (2020+) may feature more configurable ambient lighting via the infotainment system or a dedicated dimmer control; check the manual for exact steps.
If interior lights stay on despite the OFF setting, or you notice abnormal behavior (such as lights dimly glowing after all controls are set), there could be a door-switch fault or wiring issue. In such cases, consult a Ford dealer or qualified mechanic for diagnosis and service.
Summary
To turn off interior lights in a Ford Edge, use the overhead dome-light control and set it to OFF. This disables the main interior lights. If you still need light occasionally, you can turn off the map lights individually. Some models offer additional ambient-light controls in the settings menu, which vary by year and trim. If lights behave abnormally, seek professional assistance.
