1996 FORD THUNDERBIRD fuse

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[SV41210( ALL)06/95]
Checking and Replacing Fuses
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[SV41215( ALL)02/95]
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
[SV41225( BC )03/93]
1. Find the fuse panel underneath the
instrument panel, to the left of the steering
column.
[SV41245( BCGV)03/93]
2. Check the fuse to see if it is blown. Look
through the clear side of the fuse to see if
the metal wire inside is separated. If it is,
the fuse should be replaced.
[SV41550( ALL)05/92]
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The side view of a fuse
[SV41700( BC )04/89]
3. Replace the fuse with one that has the right
amperage rating. (See the following chart.)
To remove the fuse use the pulling tool
attached to the inside cover of the fuse
panel. There are also four spare fuses
attached to the cover.
[SV41900( ALL)07/95]
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[SV42500( 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.
[SV42600( BC )11/89]
4. Close the cover.
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[SV42800( ALL)01/95]
Even after you replace a fuse, it will continue to
blow if you do not find what caused the
overload. If the fuse continues to blow, have
your electrical system checked.
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[SV42900( ALL)03/95]
Circuit Breakers
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[SV43000( ALL)01/95]
If you need to check a circuit breaker that is on
the fuse panel, seeChecking and replacing fusesin
this chapter to find out how to locate the fuse
panel.
[SV43200( ALL)12/94]
Circuit breakers will reset themselves and allow
the electrical parts to work again once the
overload on the circuit is removed. If the circuit
breakers continue to cut off electricity, have your
vehicle's electrical system checked.
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[SV43250( ALL)02/95]
Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit
breakers. Refer to the manufacturer's
instructions.
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[SV43300( ALL)08/95]
If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the
same amperage rating. To remove a circuit
breaker mounted in the fuse panel, grip it with
your finger and thumb and pull it straight out
of its socket.
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[SV44400( ALL)03/95]
Lights and Bulb Replacement
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[SV44500( ALL)01/95]
It is a good idea to check the operation of the
following lights frequently:
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[SV44600( ALL)01/95]
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headlamps
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[SV44700( ALL)01/95]
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tail lamps
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[SV44800( ALL)01/95]
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brakelamps
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[SV44900( ALL)01/95]
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hazard flasher
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[SV44950( ALL)02/95]
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high-mount brakelamp
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[SV45000( ALL)01/95]
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turn signals
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[SV45200( ALL)01/95]
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license plate lamp
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[SV45600( ALL)01/95]
The alignment of your headlamps should be
checked if:
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[SV45700( ALL)01/95]
q
oncoming motorists frequently signal you to
turn off your vehicle's high beams when you
do not have the high beams on
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[SV45800( ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamps do not seem to give you
enough light to see clearly at night
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[SV45900( ALL)01/95]
q
the headlamp beams are pointed substantially
away from a position slightly down and to
the right
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310 Index
Chime (continued)
safety belt............... 59
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 273
see also fuses............. 264
Cleaning your vehicle
chrome and aluminum parts....... 6
engine compartment.......... 230
exterior................ 5
exterior lamps............. 84
fabric................ 123
headlamps............... 84
instrument panel............ 74
instrument panel lens.......... 90
interior lamps.............. 89
mirrors................ 124
plastic parts.............. 6
polishing................ 6
rustproofing.............. 6
safety belts............... 18
tail lamps............... 84
upholstery and interior trim...... 123
washing................ 5
wheels................ 256
Climate control system
air conditioning........... 74,77
heating............... 74,77
Clock................... 89
Cold engine starting............ 48
Compact disc radio (see Electronic sound
system)................ 132
Console, description........... 127
Coolant (see Engine coolant)
checking and adding......... 240
drain and flush............ 244
preparing for storage......... 290
proper solution............ 242
refill capacities............ 285
refill procedure............ 244
specifications............. 287
temperature gauge........... 66
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Index 311
Cooling fan............... 224
Cruise control (see Speed control)..... 97
Customer Assistance Center,
Ford (U.S.).............. 206
Customer Assistance Centre,
Ford of Canada............ 206
D
Dashboard (see Instrument panel)..... 73
Daytime running light system....... 82
Defrost
rear window.............. 81
windshield............. 75,79
Dispute Settlement Board........ 207
Doors
door ajar warning light......... 71
lubricant specifications........ 287
Driving under special conditions
bad weather............. 176
heavy load.............. 178
high water.............. 177
slippery roads............ 176
towing a trailer............ 180
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Electrical system
circuit breakers............ 273
fuses................ 264
operating when the engine is off..... 45
Electronic sound system
radio reception............ 161
tuning the radio.........133, 152
warranty and service information . . . 164
Electronic stereo cassette radio
(see Electronic sound system)..... 142
Emergencies, roadside
assistance.............. 203
battery acid spills........... 185
jump-starting............. 185
towing................ 201
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Index 313
Entry system
illuminated.............. 103
remote................ 110
Exhaust fumes.............. 51
Extended Service Plan, Ford........ 4
F
Federal Communications Commission . . . 163
Flashers, hazard.............. 94
Flashing the lights............. 92
Flat tire................ 191
Floor mats............... 130
Fluid refill capacities.......... 285
Ford Customer Assistance Center..... 206
Ford Dispute Settlement Board...... 207
Ford Extended Service Plan........ 4
Ford Motor Company of Canada..... 212
Ford of Canada Customer
Assistance Centre........... 212
Foreign registration........... 213
French owner guides, how to obtain.... 3
Fuel
capacity............... 285
filling your vehicle with fuel...... 230
filter, specifications.......... 286
fuel gauge............... 65
low fuel warning light......... 72
storing your vehicle.......... 289
Fuel cap, removing........... 230
Fuel filter, specifications......... 286
Fuel gauge................ 65
Fuel pump shut-off switch, starting
after a collision............. 53
Fuse panels
engine compartment......... 269
high current fuse panel........ 270
instrument panel........... 264
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314 Index
Fuses
charts................ 266
checking and replacing........ 272
circuit breakers............ 273
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap).......... 230
Gasoline (see Fuel)............ 231
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge.... 66
engine oil pressure gauge........ 69
fuel gauge............... 65
multi-gauge.............. 62
odometer................ 67
speedometer.............. 67
tachometer............... 68
trip odometer.............. 68
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 179
definition............... 178
location............... 178
Gearshift
automatic operation.......... 165
console-mounted........... 167
positions............... 165
shift-lock............... 166
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating.............. 179
definition............... 178
location............... 178
H
Hazard flashers.............. 94
Headlamps
autolamp system............ 84
bulb specification........... 279
checking alignment.......... 274
cleaning................ 84
daytime running lights......... 82
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318 Index
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 211
O
Odometer
description............... 67
trip odometer.............. 68
Oil filter................ 286
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 236
Oil viscosity.............. 237
On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 282
Overdrive................ 168
P
Panic alarm feature, remote entry system . 112
Parking brake
operation............... 174
warning light.............. 57
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)........ 286
PCV valve, specifications......... 286
Phone, cellular.............. 90
Power distribution box (see Fuses).... 264
Power door locks............ 101
Power features
door locks.............. 102
mirrors................ 124
moon roof.............. 115
seats................. 121
windows............... 114
Power steering
dipstick............... 261
driving with power steering...... 172
fluid, checking and adding....... 260
fluid, refill capacity.......... 285
fluid, specifications.......... 287
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