Fuse Box Diagrams Ford Contour (1996-1997)

In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Ford Contour (models 1996 and 1997), including diagrams of the fuse boxes, a list of fuses and relays, their designation, and the location of the fuse blocks within the vehicle.

Ford Contour (1996-1997)

Checking and Replacing Fuses in Ford Contour

Fuses, circuit breakers, and relays 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 relay, or tripped a circuit breaker. Before you replace or repair any electrical parts, check the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit, all the parts of your vehicle that use the circuit will not work.

  1. Use the charts to decide which fuse you should check.
  2. On the fuse panel decal located on the cover of the power distribution box or on the end of the instrument panel fuse panel, find the number of the fuse you want to check.
  3. Find the corresponding fuse and remove it with the fuse pulling tool that is provided.
  4. 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.
  5. Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating. See the following chart.

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 remove the key from the ignition before working on or replacing fuses.

Location of Fuse Boxes

Instrument Panel Fuse Panel:
The instrument panel fuse panel is underneath the instrument panel on the left side. To open it, reach under the instrument panel and push the release button to the right of the fuse panel.
Ford Contour (1996-1997): Passenger compartment fuse panel location

Power Distribution Box:
Spare fuses are located in the power distribution box under the hood.
Ford Contour (1996-1997): Engine compartment fuse box location

Fuse Box Diagrams

1996-1997

Instrument Panel Fuses

Ford Contour (1996-1997): Passenger compartment fuse panel diagram

List of fuses in the instrument panel fuses (1996-1997)
№ADescription
197.5AHeated rear view mirrors
2010A CBWipers
2140APower Windows
227.5AABS module
2315ABackup lamps
2415ABrakelamps
2520ADoor locks
267.5AMain light
2715ACigar lighter
2830APower seats
2930ARear window defrost
307.5AEngine management system
317.5AInstrument panel illumination
327.5ARadio
337.5ALeft-hand parking lamps
347.5ACourtesy lamps
357.5ARight-hand parking lamps
3610AAir bag
3730ABlower motor
38(not used)-
R12whiteCourtesy lights
R13yellowRear window defroster
R14yellowHeater fan motor
R15greenWipers
R16blackIgnition
D2blackReverse voltage protection
R17(not used)-
R18blackExpress down Windows
R19blueSpeed control cut-out
R20(not used)-
R21(not used)-
R22whiteFog lamps
R23blackTurn signal
R24whiteLeft panic alarm flasher
R25whiteRight panic alarm flasher
R26(not used)-
R27(not used)-
R28(not used)-
R29brownDoor lock control
Power Distribution Box

Ford Contour (1996-1997): Engine compartment fuse box diagram

List of fuses in the power distribution box (1996-1997)
№ADescription
1*80AMain power supply
2*60AEngine cooling fan
3*60AABS braking system
420ADaytime running lights Ignition
515AFog lamp
6(not used)-
730AABS braking system
830AAir pump
920AEEC module
1020AIgnition switch
113AEEC memory
1215AHazard flashers Horn
1315AHEGO sensor
1415AFuel pump
1510ARight low beam
1610ALeft low beam
1710ARight high beam
1810ALeft high beam
R1whiteDaytime running lights (Canada)
R2blackHigh speed engine cooling fan
R3blueA/C wide open throttle
R4yellowA/C clutch relay
R5dark greenEngine cooling fan
R6yellowStarter
R7brownHorn
R8brownFuel pump
R9whiteLow beam
R10whiteHigh beam
R11brownPCM module
D1blackReverse voltage protection
*Have these fuses replaced by a qualified technician.