battery location FORD TAURUS 1997 Owners Manual

Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
21 20A Cigar lighter
22 5A Power mirrors,
power antenna,
decklid lamps,
autolamps
23 5A Wiper system,
variable assist
steering,
remote entry,
anti-theft
24 5A Integrated
control panel,
speedometer,
electronic
automatic
temperature
control module
25 15A Data link
connector
26 15A Trunklid
27 10A Battery saver
relay
28 15A Brake lamps,
stop control
29 15A Multi-function
switch, hazard
flashers
30 15A High beams,
daytime
running lamps,
instrument
cluster
31 5A Tail lamp feed
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
32 10A Integrated
control panel,
heated mirrors
33 5A Power windows,
lock
illumination
34 Battery saver
relay
35 Driver door
unlock relay
36 Rear defroster
relay
37 Interior lamps
relay
38 One touch
window down
relay
39 Accessory delay
relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution
box is located in the
engine compartment
near the battery. The
power distribution box
contains high-current
fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical
systems from
overloads.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingCircuits
protected
28 15A** Heated oxygen
sensors,
canister vent
29 - N/A
30 - N/A
31 - N/A
32 - N/A
33 - N/A
*Maxi fuses. **Mini fuses
Always disconnect the battery before
servicing high current fuses.
Always replace the cover to the Power
Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
Relays
Relays are located in
the power distribution
box and should be
replaced by qualified
technicians.
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine
compartment for easy location.
²As possible, we design parts that can be replaced
without tools.
²We provide you with a ªService Guideº which
makes tracking routine service for your vehicle
easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your
dealership can provide necessary parts and service.
Check your ªWarranty Information Bookletº to find
out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and
service parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraft
parts are designed and built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
Precautions when servicing your vehicle
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing
your vehicle. Here are some general precautions for
your safety:
²Do not work on a hot engine.
The cooling fan is automatic and may come
on at any time. Always disconnect the
negative terminal of the battery before working
near the fan.
²If you must work with the engine running, avoid
wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts. Take precautions with
long hair.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running
in an enclosed space, unless you are sure you
have enough ventilation.
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