1998 FORD E SERIES battery

Transmission control indicator light (TCIL)
The word OFF located on the end
of the gearshift lever is the
transmission control indicator light
(TCIL).
The TCIL may flash steadily if a
malfunction is detected. If the TCIL is flashing, contact your Ford dealer
as soon as possible. If this condition persists, damage to the transmission
could occur.
Safety belt
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to remind you to fasten your safety
belts. For more information, refer to
theSeating and safety restraints
chapter.
Charging system
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
and the engine is off. The light also
illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly, requiring
electrical system service.
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned ON. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash
or remains on, have the system
serviced immediately.
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard lights are
turned on. If one or both of the
indicators stay on continuously,
check for a burned-out turn signal
bulb. Refer toExterior bulbsin theMaintenance and carechapter.
OVERDRIVE
Instrumentation
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Battery voltage gauge
This gauge shows the battery
voltage when the ignition is in the
ON position. If the pointer moves
and stays outside the normal
operating range (as indicated), have
the vehicle's electrical system
checked as soon as possible.
Odometer
Registers the total kilometers
(miles) of the vehicle.
Trip odometer
Registers the kilometers (miles) of
individual journeys. To reset,
depress the control.
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0 1020304050
60
70
80
90
10 0
20 km/h
406080
10 0
12 0
14 0
16 0
MPH
000000
0000
0 1020304050
60
70
80
90
10 0
20 km/h
406080
10 0
12 0
14 0
16 0
MPH
000000
0000
Instrumentation
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Locking the doors
Press this control to lock all doors.
To confirm all doors are closed and
locked, press the control a second
time within five seconds. The doors
will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the lamps will flash.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press this control to activate the
alarm.
To deactivate the alarm, press the
control again or turn the ignition to
ACC or ON.
This device complies with part 15 of
the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is
subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
Replacing the batteries
The transmitter is powered by two coin type three-volt lithium batteries.
Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet)
away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by:
²battery weakness due to time and use
²weather conditions
²nearby radio towers
LOCKUN
LOCK
PANIC
LOCKUN
LOCK
PANIC
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Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition
is turned to the START or ACC position. The dome lamp switch (if
equipped) mustnotbe set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry
system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on with the dimmer control or
²any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the OFF position.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
6 10A Shift Interlock, Speed Control, DRL Module
7 10A Multi-Function Switch, Turn Signals
8 30A Radio Capacitor(s), Ignition Coil, PCM Diode,
PCM Power Relay, Fuel Heater, Glow Plug
Relay (Diesel)
9 30A Wiper Control Module, Windshield Wiper
Motor
10 20A Main Light Switch, (External Lamps)
Multi-Function Switch (Flash-to-pass)
11 15A Brake Pressure Switch, Multi-Function Switch
(Hazards), RABS, Brake Pedal Position
Switch
12 15A Transmission Range (TR) Sensor, Auxiliary
Battery Relay
13 15A Blend Door Actuator, Function Selector
Switch
14 5A Instrument Cluster (Air Bag and Charge
Indicator)
15 5A Trailer Battery Charge Relay
16 30A Power Seats
17 Ð Not Used
18 Ð Not Used
19 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor
20 5A Overdrive Cancel Switch
21 30A Power Windows*
22 15A Memory Power Radio
23 20A Cigar Lighter, Data Link Connector (DLC)
24 5A Illuminated Entry Module
25 10A Left Headlamp (Low Beam)
26 - Not Used
27 5A Radio
28 25A Power Plug
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
29 Ð Not Used
30 15A Headlamps (High Beam Indicator), DRL
31 10A Right Headlamp (Low Beam), DRL
32 Ð Not Used
33 Ð Not Used
34 10A Transmission Range (TR) Sensor
35 Ð Not Used
36 5A (Cluster, A/C, Illumination, Radio), Steering
Column Assembly
37 Ð Not Used
38 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor
39 Ð Not Used
40 30A Modified Vehicle
41 30A Modified Vehicle
42 Ð Not Used
43 20A C.B. Power Windows*
44 Ð Not Used
*Either fuse 21 or circuit breaker 43 will be present for power
windows.
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
1 Ð Not Used
2 Ð Not Used
3 Ð Not Used
4 10A PCM Keep Alive Memory, Instrument Cluster
5 10A Right Trailer Turn Signal
6 10A Left Trailer Turn Signal
7 Ð Not Used
8 60A I/P Fuses 5, 11, 23, 38, 4, 10, 16, 22, 28
9 30A PCM Power Relay, Engine Compartment Fuse
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10 60A Auxiliary Battery Relay, Engine Compartment
Fuses 14, 22
11 30A IDM Relay (1998 1/2 Vehicles)
12 60A Engine Compartment Fuses 26, 27
13 50A Blower Motor Relay (Blower Motor)
AB3
2
146 5715 14 13 12 11 10 9 823 22 21 20 19 18 17 1624 26 25 27
29
CDG F EK J H
28
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
14 30A Trailer Running Lamps Relay, Trailer Backup
Lamps Relay
15 40A Main Light Switch
16 50A RKE Module, Auxiliary Blower Motor Relay
17 30A Fuel Pump Relay, IDM (Diesel)
18 60A I/P Fuses 40, 41
19 60A 4WABS Module
20 20A Electric Brake Controller
21 50A Modified Vehicle Power
22 40A Trailer Battery Charge Relay (Modified
Vehicles Only)
23 60A Ignition Switch
24 Ð Not Used
25 20A NGV Module
26 10A Generator/Voltage Regulator (Diesel Only)
27 15A DRL Module, Horn Relay
28 Ð PCM Diode
29 Ð Not Used
A Ð Not Used
B Ð Not Used
C - Trailer Backup Lamps Relay
D - Trailer Running Lamps Relay
E - Trailer Battery Charge Relay
F - IDM Relay
G - PCM Relay
H - Blower Motor Relay
J - Horn Relay
K - Fuel Pump Relay, IDM Relay (Diesel)
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
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