Ford Taurus Owners Manual: Fuse specification chart

Power Distribution Box

WARNING:

Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.

WARNING:

To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.

The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. It has high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, see Changing the Vehicle Battery in the Maintenance chapter.

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:


The high-current fuses are coded as follows:





Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel


Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel

The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the


The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. You may need to remove a trim panel to access it.

The fuses are coded as follows.



Maintenance


    Changing a fuse
    Fuses 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. If electrica ...

    Other materials:

    Adding Engine Oil
    Note: Do not remove the filler cap when the engine is running. Note: Do not add engine oil further than the MAX mark. Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark sym ...

    Auxiliary Power Points
    WARNING: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury. Note: If used when the engine is not running, the battery will discharge. ...

    Diagnosis and Testing
    Exterior Lighting DTC Charts Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. Refer to Diagnostic Methods in Section 100-00 for information about these practices. BCM DTC Chart SCCM DTC Chart IPM-A&nb ...