In this blog post, we’ll explore the 1996 Ford F550 fuse box diagram and provide a helpful guide for owners and fans. We’ll explain everything simply, so you can easily find your way through the maze of fuses and relays in the truck’s electrical system.
With this knowledge, you’ll be able to keep your beloved truck running smoothly and efficiently.
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 F550 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.
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| No. | 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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