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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Driver smart window motor
2 15A Trailer tow (TT) stop/turn lamps
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A DC/AC inverter
5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake
transmission shift interlock
6 20A Turn signals
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A All wheel drive (AWD)
12 7.5A Not used (spare)
13 5A Keypad, Mirror switch, Memory
module, DSM logic, Adjustable
pedals
14 10A Power liftgate module, Center
information display, SYNC,
Global positioning system (GPS)
module, DVD
15 10A Climate control head
16 15A Electronic finish panel, Navigation
screen
17 20A All power lock motor feeds,
Liftgate release
18 20A 2nd row power fold seats, Heated
seats
19 25A Moon roof
20 15A Data link connector, Memory seat
21 15A Fog lamps, Fog lamp indicator
22 15A Park lamps
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand lamps/Interior lamps,
Power fold seats
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
27 20A Ignition Switch
28 5A Radio/navigation
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Transmission shifter
31 10A Not used (spare)
32 10A Restraint control module
33 10A TT battery charge relay coil
34 5A Roll stability control, Refrigerator
relay coil, Electric power assist
steering
35 10A Steering angle sensor, Reverse
sensing system, Active park assist,
Heated seat, AWD, DC/AC
inverter, Rearview camera
36 5A Passive anti-theft system module
37 10A Not used (spare)
38 20A TT park lamps
39 20A Radio/navigation
40 20A Rear heated seats
41 15A Switch illumination, Auto dimming
mirror, Moon roof, Mood lighting
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Auxiliary climate control relay,
Rear window defroster relay, Rear
wiper
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Wiper relay, climate control relay
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
46 7.5A Occupant classification sensor
(OCS), Passenger airbag
deactivation indicator (PADI)
47 30A Circuit
BreakerPower windows
48 Full ISO relay Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
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.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 80A* Passenger compartment fuse
panel power
2 80A* Passenger compartment fuse
panel power
3 30A* Trailer tow brake controller
4 30A* Front wipers
5 30A* Passenger power seat
6 20A* Power point (instrument panel)
7 30A* Amplifier
8 — Not used
9 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
pump
10 30A* Starter relay
11 30A* Powertrain control module (PCM)
relay
12 20A* ABS valve
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
13 20A** Left high intensity discharge
(HID) headlamp
14 10A** Brake on/off (BOO) switch
15 25A** Rear wiper
16 20A** Right HID headlamp
17 10A** Alternator sensor
18 20A* Rear power point
19 20A* Console power point
20 40A* Rear defroster
21 20A* Console power point (rear of front
console)
22 — Not used
23 10A** PCM keep alive power, Canister
vent
24 10A** A/C clutch
25 15A** Refrigerator
26 20A** Backup relay
27 15A** Fuel relay (Fuel pump driver
module, Fuel pump)
28 80A* Cooling fan
29 — Not used
30 30A* Battery charge – trailer tow (TT)
31 40A* Auxiliary blower motor
32 30A* Driver seat motor
33 30A* 3rd row power seats
34 30A* Power liftgate
35 40A* Front A/C blower
36 10A** Backup lamps
37 10A** PCM run/start
38 10A** TT backup lamps
39 Diode Fuel diode
40 Diode One touch integrated start diode
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
41 G8VA relay TT park lamp
42 G8VA relay TT stop/turn lamp (left)
43 G8VA relay TT stop/turn lamp (right)
44 G8VA relay Backup lamps relay
45 — Not used
46 15A** Vehicle power 2, Vehicle power 3
47 20A** Vehicle power 1 – PCM power
48 15A** Vehicle power – coils on plugs
49 10A** Heated mirrors
50 HC micro relay Blower motor
51 HC micro relay Rear wiper
52 HC micro relay Starter
53 HC micro relay 3rd row power seats
54 — Not used
55 HC micro relay Front wiper relay
56 HC micro relay Rear window defroster
57 — Not used
58 — Not used
59 HC micro relay Auxiliary blower motor
60 HC micro relay TT battery charge
61 — Not used
62 G8VA relay Refrigerator
63 — Not used
64 HC micro relay PCM
65 G8VA relay A/C clutch
66 G8VA relay Fuel pump
* Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
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coolant .....................................336
fail-safe cooling .......................342
idle speed control ...................334
lubrication specifications .......366
refill capacities ........................366
service points ..................326–327
Engine block heater .................250
Engine oil ..................................330
checking and adding ..............330
dipstick ....................................330
filter, specifications ................365
refill capacities ........................366
specifications ..........................366
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................250
F
Fail safe cooling ........................342
Family entertainment system ....46
Fleet MyKey programming ......120
Floor mats .........................112–113
Fluid capacities .........................366
Fog lamps ....................................81
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................279
Freezer ........................................96
Fuel ............................................343
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 349
cap ...........................................345
capacity ...................................366
choosing the right fuel ...........346
detergent in fuel .....................348
filler funnel .............................348
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................343, 345, 349
filter, specifications ........343, 365fuel pump shut-off ..................286
improving fuel economy ........349
octane rating ...................347, 370
quality ......................................347
running out of fuel .........302, 348
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................343
Fuses ..........................................287
G
Garage door opener ..................108
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............345
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................349
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................286
Headlamps ...................................80
aiming ..................................82–83
autolamp system .......................80
bulb specifications ....................86
daytime running lights .............82
flash to pass ..............................81
high beam .................................81
replacing bulbs .........................86
turning on and off ....................80
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................67, 70, 73
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................108
Hood ..........................................325
I
Ignition ...............................247, 370
Illuminated visor mirror .............92
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Parental MyKey
programming .............................120
Park Assist ................................273
Parking brake ............................254
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........365
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................166
Power adjustable foot pedals ...103
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................291
Power door locks ......................125
Power liftgate ............................113
Power mirrors ...........................102
Power point .................................97
Power steering ..........................260
fluid, checking and adding ....355
fluid, refill capacity ................366
fluid, specifications .................366
Power Windows .........................100
R
Radio ............................................28
6-CD in dash .............................28
Rear heated seats .....................159
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................46
Rear-view camera system .........271
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................196
Refrigerator .................................96
Relays ........................................287Remote entry system .......128, 130
illuminated entry ....................133
locking/unlocking doors .........130
opening the trunk ...................131
panic alarm .............................130
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................133
replacing the batteries ...........132
Reverse sensing system ...........269
Roadside assistance ..................285
Roof rack ...................................118
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........168–170, 172–173
Safety Canopy ...........................190
Safety defects, reporting ..........315
Safety restraints 168–170, 172–173
Belt-Minder...........................174
extension assembly ................172
for adults .................169–170, 172
for children .............................193
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................166
warning light and
chime ...............................173–174
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................202
Safety seats for children ..........198
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................371
Satellite Radio .............................28
Satellite Radio Information ........42
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............387
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