1998 Mercury Villager Owner's Manuals

2. On the fuse panel cover, find the number of the fuse you want
to check. The diagram on the cover tells you where to locate
the fuse on the panel.
The fuse panel cover
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3. 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 is blown and should be replaced.
Fuse puller tool and fuse
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4. Use the fuse puller tool to remove the blown fuse and replace
the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating (see the
fuse panel cover for amperage ratings).
WARNING
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.
5. Put the fuse panel cover back on.
Even after you replace a fuse, it may continue to blow if you do
not find what caused the overload. If the fuse continues to
blow, have your electrical system checked.
The following chart indicates the colors and amperage ratings of
standard fuses.
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Engine Compartment Main Fuse Panel
Engine fuse block location
Engine compartment main fuse panel
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Circuit Breakers
The 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.
If you have questions about circuit breakers or how to check
them, see your Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
If you replace a circuit breaker, use one with the same amperage
rating. To remove a circuit breaker mounted by the fuse
panel, grip it with your finger and thumb and pull it straight out
of its socket.
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