1980 Ford F-150 Fuse Box Diagram & Location

Q: Why the Cigarette Lighter (Power Socket) Fuse Blows in an F-150

1. Current Overload Plugging in high-power devices like inverters, compressors, or heavy chargers can exceed the socket’s limit, causing the fuse to blow. 2. Short Circuit Damaged or frayed wires, or wires touching metal parts, can create a short circuit that triggers the fuse as a safety measure. 3. Faulty Adapters or Chargers Cheap or defective adapters often draw too much power or have internal faults that overload the circuit and blow the fuse. 4. Incorrect Fuse Rating Using a fuse with lower amperage than Ford recommends makes it more likely to blow during normal use.

Q: What are Other causes of cigarette lighter (power socket) failure in the F-150?

1. Defective or Damaged Lighter If the lighter or accessory adapter is worn out or broken, it may stop working properly. A damaged heating element or internal parts can prevent it from functioning. 2. Damaged Lighter Socket The socket itself might be the issue. Worn, bent, or corroded contacts can prevent a proper electrical connection, making the lighter or device fail to power on. 3. Wiring Issues Loose, damaged, or broken wiring between the socket and the vehicle’s electrical system can interrupt power flow, stopping the lighter from working. 4. Faulty Connected Device Sometimes the problem isn’t the socket at all — a defective charger, adapter, or device can make it seem like the lighter socket has failed when it’s actually the accessory that’s faulty.

There’s a reason you still drive a 1980 Ford F-150. This beast is a workhorse built to last forever.

Although this truck performs best, it might have a day off. Almost every time a light goes dark or your radio cuts out, the culprit is a tiny, blown fuse.

With this article, I want you to forget digging through a dusty, 45-year-old manual, as I have put together the full guide to the 1980 Ford F-150 Fuse Box Diagram.

Fuse Box Locations

First, let’s start with the location of the fuse box on the 1980 Ford F-150.

There are two fuse box layouts in your Ford F-150 from 1980. One is the basic, and the other power distribution box. The respective fuse layout with diagrams is displayed below.

Tip: Always disconnect the negative battery terminal before checking fuses to avoid short circuits.

Fuses and Location Diagram

Type	Position	Description
Fuse ATO 30A	1	Heater/AIR CONDITIONING Blower.
Fuse ATO	2	Wiper/Washer.
Fuse ATO 15A	4	Warning Buzzer/Chime Module: Exterior lamps; Instrument Illumination; Trailer exterior Lamps Relay.
Fuse ATO 15A	6	AIR CONDITIONING Clutch; (Diesel Aux. Fuel Selector).
Fuse ATO 15A	7	Turn Lamps; (Rear Window Defroster).
Fuse ATO 15A	8	Courtesy/Dome/Cargo Lamps; Electric Outside Mirrors; Radio/Clock Memory; Speedometer Memory; Warning Buzzer/Chime Module.
Fuse ATO 15A	9	Power Point
Fuse ATO 4A	10	Instrument Illumination
Fuse ATO 15A	11	Stop/Hazard Lamps; Anti-lock Brake Module Memory/Power (F-Series Only); Speed Control; Stop sense for: Electronic Engine Control; Anti-lock Brakes.
Circuit breaker ATO	12	Power Door Locks; Electronic Shift Motor 4WD; Power Lumber; (Tailgate Power Window: Key Switch).
Fuse ATO 15A	13	Stop/Hazard Lamps; Anti-lock Brake Module Memory/Power (F-Series Only);Speed Control; Stop sense for: Electronic Engine Control; Anti-lock Brakes.
Circuit breaker ATO	14	Power Windows; (Tailgate Power Window; Instrument Panel Switch).
Fuse ATO 20A	15	Anti-lock Brakes (F-Series only).
Fuse ATO 7.5A	16	Cigars Lighter
Fuse ATO 10A	17	Warning Buzzer/Chime Module: Warning Indicators; (Diesel Indicators); Gauges; Tachometer; Transmission Control Switch.
Fuse ATO 10A	18	Electronic Shift Module 4WD; Speedometer.

Power distribution box

Type	Description
Fuse ATO 20A	1 Headlamp Flash-to-Pass; Daytime Running. Lamps [Canada Only]
Fuse ATO 30A	2 Anti-Lock Brakes
Fuse ATO 20A	3 Horn; Speed Control.
Fuse ATO 25A	4 Trailer Backup and Running Lamps.
Fuse ATO 15A	5 Oxygen Sensor Heater; Backup Lamps; Daytime Running Lamp Module [Canada Only]: Trailer Battery Charge Relay; Speed Control.
Fuse ATO 5A	6 Trailer RH Stop/Tum Lamp.
Fuse ATO 5A	7 Trailer LH Stop/Tum Lamp.
Fuse MAXI 30A	8 Anti-Lock Brakes.
Fuse MAXI 20A	9 Electronic Engine Control System, Fuel Pump Relay Coil
Fuse MAXI 20A	10 Starter Relay Coil; Instrument Panel Fuses: 15, 18.
Diode ATO	12 Electronic Engine Control Relay.
Fuse MAXI 50A	13 Instrument Panel Fuses: 5, 9, 13.
Fuse MAXI 30A	14 Rear Window Defrost [Bronco only]
Fuse MAXI 50A	15 Instrument Panel Fuses: 1, 7; Power Network Box Fuse 5.
Fuse MAXI 20A	16 Fuel Pump Feed.
Fuse MAXI 50A	17 Instrument Panel Fuses: 2, 6, 11, 14, 17; Power Network Box: Fuse 22; Alt. Charge Lamp.
Fuse MAXI 30A	18 Trailer Battery Charge.
Fuse MAXI 40A	19 Headlamps
Fuse MAXI 50A	20 Instrument panel fuses: 4, 8, 12, 16.
Fuse MAXI 30A	21 Trailer Brake Feed.
Fuse MAXI 20A	22 TFI Module; Ignition Coil; Distributor Pickup; Electronic Engine Control Relay Coil.
Relay	Relay 1 Electronic Engine Control.
Relay	Relay 2 Fuel Pump.
Relay	Relay 3 Horn.
Relay	Relay 4 Trailer Tow and/or Dual Rear Wheel Running Lamps.

Tip: Some high-amperage fuses may look slightly different depending on the model year and trim. Always verify the fuse type before replacing.

Also Read: How to read a car fuse box diagram? 5 Easy Steps

Fuse Replacement Tips / Safety Precautions

Always disconnect the negative battery terminal before removing fuses.
Never replace a blown fuse with a higher amp rating — this can damage wiring or cause a fire.
Use a fuse puller or needle-nose pliers for safety.
Label replaced fuses for future reference.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why the Cigarette Lighter (Power Socket) Fuse Blows in an F-150

1. Current Overload
Plugging in high-power devices like inverters, compressors, or heavy chargers can exceed the socket’s limit, causing the fuse to blow.
2. Short Circuit
Damaged or frayed wires, or wires touching metal parts, can create a short circuit that triggers the fuse as a safety measure.
3. Faulty Adapters or Chargers
Cheap or defective adapters often draw too much power or have internal faults that overload the circuit and blow the fuse.
4. Incorrect Fuse Rating
Using a fuse with lower amperage than Ford recommends makes it more likely to blow during normal use.

What are Other causes of cigarette lighter (power socket) failure in the F-150?

1. Defective or Damaged Lighter
If the lighter or accessory adapter is worn out or broken, it may stop working properly. A damaged heating element or internal parts can prevent it from functioning.
2. Damaged Lighter Socket
The socket itself might be the issue. Worn, bent, or corroded contacts can prevent a proper electrical connection, making the lighter or device fail to power on.
3. Wiring Issues
Loose, damaged, or broken wiring between the socket and the vehicle’s electrical system can interrupt power flow, stopping the lighter from working.
4. Faulty Connected Device
Sometimes the problem isn’t the socket at all — a defective charger, adapter, or device can make it seem like the lighter socket has failed when it’s actually the accessory that’s faulty.