It sounds as if there is a problem with the rear electronics module in the Ford Windstar. This controls the front and rear lights and it is located in the back in the cubby with the jack.
Sounds like normal operations / behavior.
According to the Owners Manual, fuse #29. See "Related Questions" below for more - especially if your dome lights stay on and you're getting a 'door ajar' chime/warning.
One cause could be the very common problem of false door ajar signals coming from the door sensors.See "Related Questions" below
I had the same problem with my ford 2000 windstar. The abs light would stay on and everything did not work from my lights, to my radio, ac, horn, turning signals..etc. I finally found out that it was my alternator and it had very bad coil. Check your alternator and see if that works!
why does the dome lights stay on when the switch is turened off 2001 ford explorer super
Check your fuses. The wiper fuse may be blown.
Brake lights could stay on in a 1999 Dodge Stratus because of a short in the wiring. If the headlamps are off and the brake lights are still on, check the wiring for the brake lights that is inside the trunk. Sometimes cargo in the trunk can interfere with the lights.
Sounds like you may have a defective relay, which is in the fuse box. It is worth checking out.
Sounds like you may be suffering from lights that stay on - likely due to a false door ajar signal coming from one of the door sensors. This is very very common with a number of Ford products (I've had it with both my Sable and 2001 Windstar) The solution is the same for both: lots & lots of spray lube (like WD40). See "Related Questions" below for more
Brake light switch out of adjustment or defective
make sure the glove box light isn't staying on There is something drawing down the battery - and a common problem is the door ajar sensors causing the interior lights to stay on. See "Related Questions" below for more about that.
Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem - usually in the emission control system