The 1996 Ford F350 is a tough and reliable truck that still captivates truck enthusiasts today. Whether you own one or work on them as a mechanic, it’s important to understand the electrical system of this classic truck.
One important part of the electrical system is the fuse box diagram. It acts as a map to help you troubleshoot and maintain the truck’s electrical components. In this article, we’ll explain the 1996 Ford F350 fuse box diagram in a way that’s easy to understand for both owners and enthusiasts.
Table of Contents
| Fuse/CB Loe. | Fuse Amp. Rating | Description |
| 1 | 30 Amp | • Heater IAir conditioner blower |
| 2 | 30 Amp | • Wiper / Washer |
| 3 | 3 Amp | • Idle position switch (Diesel) |
| 4 | 15 Amp | • Exterior lamps • Instrument illumination • Trailer exterior lamp relay • Waming buzzer Ichime module |
| 5 | lO Amp | • Air bag restraint |
| 6 | 15 Amp | • Air conditioner clutch • Diesel auxiliary fuel selector • Remote keyless entry |
| 7 | 15 Amp | • Turn lamps |
| 8 | 15 Amp | • Courtesy Idome/ cargo lamps • Electric outside mirrors • Keyless entry • Speedometer • Sun visor mirror illumination • Waming buzzer Ichime module |
| 9 | 25 Amp | • Power point |
| 10 | 4 Amp | • Instrument illumination |
| 11 | 15 Amp | • Radio• Radio display dimmer |
| 12 | 20 Amp Circuit Breaker | • Electronic shif t motor 4-wheel drive • Power door locks • Power driver seat • Power lumbar |
| 13 | 15 Amp | • Anti-lock brakes • Brake shift interlock • Electronic engine control • Speed control • Stop/ hazard lamps • Stop sense for electronic engine control |
| 14 | 20 Amp C.B. | • Power windows |
| 15 | 20 Amp | • Anti-lock brakes |
| 16 | 15 Amp | • Cigarette lighter • Generic Scan Tool |
| 17 | lO Amp | • Diesel indicators • Electronic transmission • Gauges • Tachometer • Waming buzzer Ichime module • Warning indicators |
| 18 | lO Amp | • Air bag restraint • Automatic day-night mirror • Brake shift interlock • Electronic shift module 4-wheel drive • Speedometer • Selectable RPM control (Diesel) • Speed control (Diesel) |
| Circuit Protected | Size | Location | |
| Headlamps &Hi h BeamIn icator | 22 Amp Circ. Brkr. | Integral with Headlamp Switch | |
| Windshield Wiper and Washer Pump | 30 Amp Fuse | Fuse Panel | |
| Electric Brakes (Trailer) | 30 Amp Maxi Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
| Trailer Lam.)s (Relay Feed | 25 Amp Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
| Alternator, 95 Amp | 12 Ga.Fuse Link | At Starting Motor Relay (Gasoline Engine) | |
| Alternator, 130 Amp | (2) 12 Ga. Fuse Links | At Starting Motor Relay (Diesel Engine) | |
| Powertrain Control Module | 20 Amp Maxi Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
| Fuel Pump | 20 Amp Maxi Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
| Headlamp Switch | 40 Amp Maxi Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
| Diesel Glow Plugs | (2) 14 Ga. Fuse Links | At Starting Motor Relay | |
| Power Windows | 20 Amp C.B. | Fuse Panel | |
| Power Door Locks | 20 Amp C.B. | Fuse Panel | |
| Hazard Flashers | 15 Amp Fuse | Fuse Panel | |
| Trailer Battery Recharge Feed | 30 Amp Maxi Fuse | PowerDistribution Box | |
1996 Ford F350 Fuse Box Diagram (Power Distribution Box)
The Power Distribution Box is responsible for housing high current fuses, which play a crucial role in protecting your vehicle’s primary electrical systems from overloads. These fuses establish connections between the battery and various electrical components in your vehicle.
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| Fuse/CB/ Relay Loe. | Fuse Amp. Rating | Description |
| 1 | 20 amp | • Audio power |
| 2 | (15 amp) | • Fog lamps • 200 Amp alternator (Diesel ambulance only) |
| 3 | 30 amp | • Daytime running lamps(Canada only) • Headlamp flash-to-pass • Horn |
| 4 | 25 amp | • Trailer back-up lamps • Trailer running lamps |
| 5 | 15 amp | • Back-up lamps • Daytime running lamp module (DRL) (Canada only) • Oxygen sensor heater • Trailer battery charge relay |
| 6 | lO amp | • Trailer right-hand stop/ turnlamp |
| 7 | lO amp | • Trailer right-hand stop/ turn lamp |
| 8 | 30 ap maxi | • Injector driver module |
| 9 | 30 amp (Gas)20 amfJ (Diese ) | • Powertrain control system |
| 10 | 20 ap maxi | • Instrument panel fuses: 15, 18 • Starter relay coil |
| 11 | – | Not used |
| 12 | Diode | • Powertrain control system relay coil |
| 13 | 50 ap maxi | • Instrument panel fuses: 5, 9, 13 |
| 14 | – | Not used |
| 15 | 50 ap maxi | • Instrument panel fuses: 1, 7 • Power distribution box: fuse 5 |
| 16 | 20 ap maxi | • Fuel pump feed (Gas engine) |
| 17 | SO amp maxi | |
| 18 | 30 amp maxi | Trailer Battery Charge |
| 19 | 40 amp maxi | Headlamps |
| 20 | SO amp maxi | Instrument pane fuses: 4, 8, 12, 16 |
| 21 | 30 amp maxi | Trailer Brake Feed |
| 22 | 20 amp maxi (Gas) 30 amf1 (diesel) | Distribution pickup (Gas Engine) Fuel Line Heater (Diesel) Glow plug controller (Diesel) Ignition Coil (Gas Engine) Power Control System Relay Coil Thick Film Integrated (TFI) module (Gas Engine) |
| Relay 1 | Powertrain Control System | |
| Relay 2 | Fuel Pump (Gas Engine) Injector Driver Module (IDM Relay) (Diesel) | |
| Relay 3 | Horn | |
| Relay 4 | Trailer Tow Lamps |
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