1996 Ford F450 Fuse Box Diagram

In this article, we will discover the intricacies of the 1996 Ford F450 fuse box diagram, providing a comprehensive guide to help owners and enthusiasts navigate the labyrinth of fuses and relays within the vehicle’s electrical system.

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 F450 Fuse Box Diagram (Power Distribution Box)

The Power Distribution Box serves as the enclosure for high current fuses, playing a vital role in safeguarding the primary electrical systems of your vehicle against overloads. These fuses establish connections between the battery and various electrical components within your vehicle.

How to open the hood of the 1996 Ford F450?

To access the engine compartment of your vehicle, follow these steps:

1. Find the hood release handle located beneath the bottom left corner of the instrument panel inside the vehicle. This handle is typically positioned near the driver’s side footwell.
2. Pull the hood release handle firmly to activate the primary latch that secures the hood. You may need to exert some force, but the hood should release.
3. Once you’ve pulled the hood release handle, move to the front of the vehicle. Look for the auxiliary latch, which is situated under the right center of the hood.
4. Locate the handle or mechanism associated with the auxiliary latch and release it. This can usually be done by sliding the handle or disengaging the mechanism, depending on your vehicle’s design.
5. With the auxiliary latch now released, you can gently lift the hood upward. The lift cylinders in place should support the hood, allowing it to stay open.

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

and resolve them safely, ensuring the vehicle’s optimal functioning.