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In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Ford Crown Victoria (EN53; models 1996 and 1997), including diagrams of the fuse boxes, a list of fuses, their designation, and the location of the fuse blocks within the vehicle.
Checking and Replacing Fuses in Ford Crown Victoria
If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:
- Find the fuse panel to the left of the steering column. Remove the fuse panel cover to expose the fuse panel.
- 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.
- Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating. (See the following charts.)
- Replace the lower steering column fuse panel cover.
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.
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.
Location of Fuse Boxes
Instrument Panel Fuse Panel:
High Current Fuses:
High current fuses are circuit protectors that are part of the wiring harness for some electrical equipment. These, like fuses, open when the circuit load exceeds their amperage rating. High current fuses may be purchased from your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment near the battery. Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician.
Fuse Box Diagrams
1996
Instrument Panel Fuse Panel
| № | A | Circuits Protected |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15A | Hazard Flasher Spccd Control Stop Lamps |
| 2 | 30A | Wiper Control Module Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 3 | - | Not Used |
| 4 | 15A | Lighting Control Module Headlamp Dimmer Switch |
| 5 | 15A | Backup Lamps Variable Assist Power Steering (VAPS) Turn Signals Air Suspension Daytime Running Lamps Trailer Battery Charging Electronic Day/Nignt Mirror Shift Lock EATC |
| 6 | 15A | Speed Control Main Light Switch Headlamp Dimmer Switch Lighting Control Module Clock Heated Back Lights and Mirrors Police Power Relay |
| 7 | 25A | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Power Diode Ignition Coils |
| 8 | 15A | Lighting Control Module Power Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry Clock Memory Radio Memory Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Power Door Locks Power Seats Power Windows Police Spot Lamps |
| 9 | 30A | Blower Motor A/C - Heater Mode Switch |
| 10 | 10A | Air Bag Module |
| 11 | 15A | Radio |
| 12 | 20A CB | Lighting Control Module Flash-to-Pass Main Light Switch |
| 13 | 15A | Air Bag Module Warning Lamps Analog Cluster Gauges and índicators Electronic Automatic Transmission Lighting Control Module Front Control Unit |
| 14 | - | Window/Door Lock Control Driver's Door Module One Touch Down Analog Instrument Cluster |
| 15 | 10A | Anti-Lock Brakes Charge Indicator |
| 16 | 20A | Cigar Lighter Emergency Flasher Relays |
| 17 | 10A | Power Mirrors Rear Defrost |
| 18 | 15A | Air Bag Module Digitallnstrument Cluster |
High Current Fuses
| MAXI-Fuse | A | Circuits Protected |
|---|---|---|
| IGN. SW. | 50A | See Fuses 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 and Circuit Breaker14 |
| IGN. SW. | 50A | Starter Relay Also see Fuses 5, 9 |
| LAMPS FUSE PANEL | 40A | Headlamps Daytime Kunning Lamps Alsd see Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Breaker 12 |
| EEC | 30A | PCM Power Relay PCM |
| COOLING FAN | 50A | Cooling Fan Relay |
| HTD BACKLITE | 40A | Rear Window Defrost Relay Also see Fuse 17 |
| ABS CONTROLLER | 30A | Anti-Lock Brake Module |
| TRAILER BRAKES | 30A | Electric Brake Controller |
| TRAILER TOW | 40A | Trailer Turn Battery Charging Relay |
| **POLICE | 50A | Police Option Fuse Holder |
| **POLlCE | 30A | Police Power Relay |
| ***AIR SUSP. PUMP/ SPEEDO | 30A | Air Suspension Compressor Relay Air Spring Solenoids |
| FU EL PUMP | 20A | Electric Fuel Pump Relay |
| STARTER/ ALTERNATOR | 30A | Starter Relay Generator Fuses 15, 18 |
| AUDIO | 25A | Radio Amplifier Subwoofer Amplifier |
| TRAILER TOVV | 20A | Trailer Exterior Lamp Relays |
| HORNS | 15A | Horn Relay Horns |
| HI-BEAM HEADLIGHTS | 20A | Lighting Control Module DRL |
| DOOR LOCKS/ SEAT MOTORS | 20A CB | Power Door Locks Power Seats Trunk Lid Release Fuel Filler Door Release |
| *with trailer tow only **with police option only ***with air suspension only | ||
1997
Instrument Panel Fuse Panel
| № | A | Circuits Protected |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 15A | Hazard Flasher Stop Lamps |
| 2 | 30A | Wiper Control Module Windshield Wiper Motor |
| 3 | - | Not Used |
| 4 | 15A | Lighting Control Module Headlamp Dimmer Switch |
| 5 | 15A | Backup Lamps Variable Assist Power Steering (VAPS) Turn Signals Air Suspension Daytime Running Lamps Electronic Day/Night Mirror Shift Lock EATC |
| 6 | 15A | Speed Control Main Light Switch Headlamp Dimmer Switch Lighting Control Module Clock Police Power Relay |
| 7 | 25A | Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Power Diode Ignition Coils |
| 8 | 15A | Lighting Control Module Power Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry Clock Memory Radio Memory Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) Power Seats Power Windows Police Spot Lamps |
| 9 | 30A | Blower Motor A/C - Heater Mode Switch |
| 10 | 10A | Air Bag Module |
| 11 | 15A | Radio |
| 12 | 18A CB | Lighting Control Module Flash-to-Pass Main Light Switch |
| 13 | 15A | Air Bag Module Warning Lamps Analog Cluster Gauges and Indicators Electronic Automatic Transmission Lighting Control Module Front Control Unit |
| 14 | 20A CB | Window/Door Lock Control Driver's Door Module One Touch Down |
| 15 | 10A | Analog Instrument Cluster Anti-Lock Brakes Charge Indicator |
| 16 | 20A | Cigar Lighter Emergency Flasher Relays |
| 17 | 10A | Power Mirrors Rear Defrost |
| 18 | 15A | Air Bag Module Digital Instrument Cluster |
High Current Fuses
| MAXI-Fuse | A | Circuits Protected |
|---|---|---|
| IGN. SW. | 50A | See Fuses 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13 and Circuit Breaker 14 |
| IGN. SW. | 50A | Starter Relay Also see Fuses 5, 9 |
| LAMPS FUSE PANEL | 40A | Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps Also see Fuses 4, 8, 16 and Circuit Breaker 12 |
| EEC | 30A | PCM Power Relay PCM |
| COOLING FAN | 50A | Cooling Fan Relay |
| HTD BACKLITE | 40A | Rear Window Defrost Relay Also see Fuse 17 |
| ABS CONTROLLER | 30A | Anti-Lock Brake Module |
| **POLICE | 50A | Police Option Fuse Holder |
| **POLICE | 30A | Police Power Relay |
| ***AIR SUSP. PUMP/ SPEEDO | 30A | Air Suspension Compressor Relay Air Spring Solenoids |
| FUEL PUMP | 20A | Electric Fuel Pump Relay |
| STARTER/ ALTERNATOR | 30A | Starter Relay Generator Fuses 15, 18 |
| AUDIO | 25A | Radio Amplifier Subwoofer Amplifier |
| HORNS | 15A | Horn Relay Horns |
| HI-BEAM HEADLIGHTS | 20A | Lighting Control Module DRL |
| DOOR LOCKS/ SEAT MOTORS | 20A CB | Power Door Locks Power Seats Trunk Lid Release Fuel Filler Door Release |
| **with police option only ***with air suspension only | ||