Fuse Box Diagrams Ford Thunderbird (1996-1997)

In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Ford Thunderbird (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.

Checking and Replacing Fuses in Ford Thunderbird

Fuses (conventional and high current) and circuit breakers protect your vehicle’s wiring 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 (conventional and high current) or circuit breakers. If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit, all the parts of your vehicle that use that circuit will not work.

If you need to check a fuse, follow these steps:

1. Find the fuse panel underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column.
2. 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.
3. Replace the fuse with one that has the right amperage rating. To remove the fuse use the pulling tool attached to the inside cover of the fuse panel. There are also four spare fuses attached to the cover.
4. Close the 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.

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Location of Fuse Boxes

Instrument Panel Fuse Panel:

High Current Fuse Panel:
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.
The high current fuse panel is located in the engine compartment on the left-hand fender apron. Ford recommends that high current fuses be replaced by a qualified technician.

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Fuse Box Diagrams

1996

Instrument Panel Fuses

List of fuses in the instrument panel fuses (1996)

№	A	Description
Run	5A	Cluster Defrost switch Coolant levei sensor Washer levei sensor DRL module EVO test EVO steering sensor ARC (EVO) module ARC switch EATC blend door Air bag module Overdrive cancel switch Brake shift solenoid
Anti-Lock	10A	Main ABS relay ABS module
OBD-II	10A	OBD-II test connector
Panel Lps.	5A	Cluster illumination Rear defrost switch illumination A/C switch-manual illumination PRND21 illumination Ashtray light EATC illumination Clock illumination Radio illumination
Cigar Ltr.	20A	Lighter Flash to pass
Stop/Haz.	15A	Speed control module ABS module Brake shift interlock High mount brake lamp Stop lamps Flashers
Cluster	5A	Cluster (gauges) Cluster (ABS) Cluster (air bags) Chime Autolamp sensor
ACC	10A	Integrated module Voltmeter Speed control Remote keyless entry module Anti-theft Power window and lock switch illumination Radio Power antenna Clock
Wipers	30A	Wiper motor Washer motor
Seat/Lock	20A	Power locks Decklid release solenoid Power seats
Power Wdo	20A	Power Windows Moon roof motor
Park Lps.	10A	Panel dimmer Front parking lamps Parking lamps License lamps Autoshock module Clock
Air Bag	10A	Air bag module
A/C	10A	A/C clutch
Hego	15A	HEGO 1 and 2
Int. Lps.	10A	Power mirrors Anti-theft lamp Trunk lamp Map lamps Vanity lamps Glove compartment lamp Engine compartment lamp Instrument Panel lamps Rear courtesy lamps Door courtesy lamps Dome lamp
Turn Sig	10A	Indicators Turn signals Backup lamps

High Current Fuse Panel

List of fuses in the high current fuse panel (1996)

№	A	Description
1 STD	15A	DRL module
2 STD	5A	Memory
3 FL	20A	Ignition coil
4 FL	20A	Autoshock
5 FL	60A	Engine fan
6 FL	40A	ABS motor
7 FL	60A	Headlamps
8 FL	20A	ABS module
9 FL	60A	Ignition switch
10 STD	15A	Horn
11 STD	15A	Generator
12 FL	40A	Fuse panei
13 FL	20A	Fuel pump
14 FL	40A	Rear defrost
15 FL	20A	Electronic engine control (EEC) module
16 FL	30A	Pusher fan
17 FL	60A	Blower motor
18 FL	-	Not Used
Relay 1	-	Not Used
Relay 2	-	Not Used
Relay 3	-	Horn
Relay 4	-	ABS
Mega Fuse	175A	Power distribution box

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1997

Instrument Panel Fuses

List of fuses in the instrument panel fuses (1997)

№	A	Circuits Protected
CIGAR	20A	Cigar Lighter
STOP/HAZARD	15A	Turn/Stop/ Hazard Lamps
CLUSTER	5A	Instrument Cluster
ACC	10A	Warning Chime Radio
Wipers	30A	Interval Wiper Washer
OBD II	10A	Data Link Connector (DLC)
Panel LPS	5A	Instrument Illumination
INT LPS	10A	Instrument Illumination Courtesy Lamps
POWER WDO	20A CB	Power Windows
TURN SIG	10A	Backup Lamps Turn/Stop/ Hazard Lamps
ANTI-LOCK	10A	Anti-lock Power Relay Anti-lock Brake Control Module
PARK LPS	10A	Exterior Lamps
AIR BAG	10A	Air Bags
A/C	10A	A/C
SEAT/LOCK	20A CB	Power Door Locks Remote Keyless Entry Power Seats Anti-Theft
RUN	5A	Shift Lock DRL EVO ABS Air Bag Washer Fluid Level Sensor

High Current Fuse Panel

List of fuses in the high current fuse panel (1997)

№	A	Description
1	15A	DRL module
2	5A	SATC Power Antenna Digital Clock
3	20A	Ignition Constant Control Relay Module (CCRM)
4	-	Not Used
5	60A	Constant Control Relay Module (CCRM: EDF & HEDF)
6	40A	ABS motor
7	60A	Main Light Switch Courtesy Lamps RKE Module Integrated Control Module (ICM) Power Mirror Autolamp Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor
8	20A	ABS Module ABS Relay
9	60A	Ignition Switch
10	15A	Horn Relay
11	15A	Radio
12	40A	Radio Mobile Telephone Multi-Function Switch BOO Switch DLC Cigar Lighter Trunk Lid Release RKE Door Lock Power Seats Anti-Theft
13	20A	Constant Control Relay Module (CCRM: Fuel Pump Relay)
14	40A	Rear Window Defrost
15	20A	Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Memory Constant Control Relay Module (CCRM: PCM Relay)
16	-	Not Used
17	60A	Ignition Switch Blower Motor
18	-	Not Used

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