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In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Ford Bronco (model 1996), including diagrams of the fuse boxes, a list of fuses and relays, their designation, and the location of the fuse blocks within the vehicle.
Checking and Replacing Fuses in Ford Bronco
Fuses, circuit breakers and fuse links protect your vehicle’s electrical system from overloading. If electrical parts in your vehicle are not working, the system may have been overloaded and blown a fuse or tripped a circuit breaker. Before you replace or repair any electrical parts, check the appropriate fuses or circuit breakers.
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
- In order to find the fuse panel, you must first remove the cover from the lower edge of the instrument panel. You can do this by pulling on handle to disengage the fasteners.
- 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 underside of the cover also contains a fuse pulling tool in case you need to replace a blown fuse.
- 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.
- Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating.
- Put the fuse panel cover back on.
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.
Caution!
- 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.
- 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.
Location of Fuse Boxes
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box:
Power Distribution Box:
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.
Fuse Box Diagrams
1996
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
| №. | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30A | Heater/Air conditioner blower |
| 2 | 30A | Wiper/Washer |
| 3 | - | Not used |
| 4 | 15A | Exterior lamps Instrument illumination Keyless entry Waming buzzer/chime module |
| 5 | 10A | Air bag restraint |
| 6 | 15A | Air conditioner clutch Remo te/keyless entry |
| 7 | 15A | Rear window defrost Turn lamps |
| 8 | 15A | Courtesy/lamps Electric outside mirrors Engine compartment lamp Keyless entry Speedometer Sun visor mirror illumination Waming buzzer/chime module |
| 9 | 25A | Power point |
| 10 | 4A | Instrument illumination |
| 11 | 15A | Radio Radio display dimmer |
| 12 | 20A Circuit Breaker | Electronic shift motor 4-wheel drive Power door locks Power lumbar Tailgate power window |
| 13 | 15A | Anti-lock brakes Brake shift interlock Speed control Stop/hazard lamps Stop sense for electronic engine control |
| 14 | 20A Circuit Breaker | Power Windows Tailgate power window: Instrument panei switch |
| 15 | - | Not used |
| 16 | 15A | Cigarette lighter |
| 17 | 10A | Electronic transmission Gauges Tachometer Warningbuzzer/chime module Warning indicators |
| 18 | 10A | Air bag restraint Automatic Day/Night mirror Brake shift interlock Electronic shift module 4-wheel drive Overhead console Speedometer |
Power Distribution Box
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20A | Audio power |
| 2 | 30A | Anti-lock brakes |
| 3 | 30A | Headlamp flash-to-pass Daytime running lamps (Canada only) Horn Speed control |
| 4 | 25A | Trailer back-up lamps Trailer running lamps |
| 5 | 15A | Anti-lock brakes Back-up lamps Daytime running lamp module (DRL) (Canada only) Speed control Trailer battery charge relay |
| 6 | 10A | Trailer right-hand stop/turn lamp |
| 7 | 10A | Trailer left-hand stop/turn lamp |
| 8 | 30A maxi | Anti-lock brakes |
| 9 | 20A maxi | Fuel pump relay coil Powertrain control system |
| 10 | 20A maxi | Instrument panei fuses: 15, 18 Starter relay coil |
| 11 | - | Not used |
| 12 | Diode | Powertrain control system relay |
| 13 | 50A maxi | Instrument panei fuses: 5, 9, 13 |
| 14 | 30A maxi | Rear window defroster |
| 15 | 50A maxi | Instrument panei fuses: 1, 7 Power network box: fuse 5 |
| 16 | 20A maxi | Fuel pump feed |
| 17 | 50A maxi | Altemator charge lamp Instrument panel fuses: 2, 6, 11, 14, 17 Power network box: fuse 22 |
| 18 | 30A maxi | Trailer battery charge |
| 19 | 40A maxi | Headlamps |
| 20 | 50A maxi | Instrument panei fuses: 4, 8, 12, 16 |
| 21 | 30A maxi | Trailer brake feed |
| 22 | 20A maxi | Distributor pickup Ignitioncoil Powertrain control system relay coil Thick film integrated (TFI) module |
| Relay 1 | Powertrain control system | |
| Relay 2 | Fuel pump | |
| Relay 3 | Horn | |
| Relay 4 | Trailer tow running lamps | |
| Relay 5 | Anti-lock brake system (ABS) pump motor | |
Additional Fuses
| Circuit Protected | Size | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Headlamps & High Beam Indicator | 22 amp Circ. Brkr. | Integral with Headlamp Switch |
| Alternator, 95 Amp | 12 Ga. Fuse Link | At attachment to starter relay |