1996 FORD RANGER fuse box

Servicing Your Ranger
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[SV41300(ALL)06/95]
Power distribution box
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[SV41400(ALL)10/92]
The high current fuses contained in the Power Distribution Box
protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads;
these fuses provide the connection between the battery and your
vehicle's electrical systems.
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[SV41500(ALL)10/92]
The high current fuses are coded as follows: 30 amp -light
green, 40 amp - orange, 50 amp - red, 60 amp -blue.
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[SV41600(ALL)05/95]
RWARNING
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
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[SV41610(ALL)07/95]
Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a
qualified technician.
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[SV41700(ALL)03/93]
RWARNING
Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box
before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid
reservoirs.
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[SV41800(ALL)04/95]
A blown high current fuse may be replaced but will continue to
blow until the cause of the overload condition is corrected.
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[SV41900(ALL)08/95]
RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified
amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage
rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a
fire.
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[SV42000(R )03/95]
17-1/2 pica
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Power distribution box
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[SV42200(ALL)06/95]
Checking and Replacing Fuses
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[SV42300(ALL)02/95]
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
[SV43000(ALL)01/95]1.
Find the fuse panel, which is located in the left end of the
instrument panel. The power distribution box (described
earlier in this section) is found in the engine compartment,
mounted on a bracket attached to the left fender apron.
[SV43100(ALL)10/94]
To access the fuse panel, remove the fuse panel cover by
inserting your finger in the divot and pulling on the cover.
The underside of the cover contains four spare fuses. A fuse
pulling tool is located in the lower right corner of the fuse
panel in case you need to replace a blown fuse.
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[SV43200(ALL)03/94]
The spare fuses for your vehicle are color coded as follows:
10 amp Ð red, 15 amp Ð light blue, 20 amp Ð natural, 30
amp Ð light green.
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Index
Fuel
calculating fuel economy............... 273
choosing the right fuel................ 269
comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates..... 274
filling your vehicle with fuel............. 266
filter, specifications................. 330
fuel filler door release lever............. 266
fuel gauge...................... 67
improving fuel economy............... 274
octane rating.................... 269
quality....................... 269
running out of fuel................. 273
safety information relating to automotive fuels..... 271
storing your vehicle................. 335
treating emergencies................. 271
Fuel cap
removing...................... 266
replacing....................266, 268
Fuel filler door
override, manual.................. 267
remote release................... 266
Fuel filter, specifications................ 330
Fuel gauge....................... 67
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start................. 48
starting after a collision................ 48
Fuse panels...................... 308
instrument panel.................. 314
power distribution box............... 313
Fuses
charts.....................308, 314
checking and replacing............... 314
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Index
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system.......... 325
Overdrive....................... 158
Overseas offices.................... 249
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system........ 104
Parking brake
operation...................... 182
warning light..................... 56
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)............... 330
PCV valve, specifications................ 330
Power distribution box (see Fuses)........... 313
Power door locks................... 102
Power features
door locks..................... 102
mirrors....................... 122
seats........................ 120
windows....................109, 111
Power point electrical outlet.............. 126
Power steering
dipstick...................... 305
driving with power steering............. 166
fluid, checking and adding.............. 305
fluid, specifications................. 331
servicing...................... 166
Prop rod, hood.................... 260
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems).......... 127
Rear anti-lock brakes.................. 178
description..................... 178
Rear axle
lubricant specification................ 331
traction lok...................186, 289
Rear window..................... 109
washer reservoir.................. 283
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