2001 Ford F450 Fuse Box Diagram [Technical Guide]

Welcome to our blog, where we’ll explore the important world of automotive electrical systems-2001 Ford F450 fuse box diagram.

We’ll discover the different fuse types, their ratings, and what they protect. We’ll also provide practical tips to help you troubleshoot common electrical issues and perform basic maintenance tasks.

Standard fuse amperage rating and color

COLOR  
Fuse ratingMini fusesStandard fusesMaxi fusesCartridge maxi fusesFuse link cartridge
2AGreyGrey
3AVioletViolet
4APinkPink
5ATanTan
7.5ABrownBrown
10ARedRed
15ABlueBlue
20AYellowYellowYellowBlueBlue
25ANaturalNatural
30AGreenGreenGreenPinkPink
40AOrangeGreenGreen
50ARedRedRed
60ABlueYellow
70ATanBrown
80ANaturalBlack

2001 Ford F450 Fuse Box Diagram (Power Distribution Box)

Within your vehicle’s engine compartment, you’ll find several vital components, including the power distribution box, trailer tow relay block, and electronic shift on the fly relay block. These components are usually situated near the brake master cylinder for convenience.

One component that deserves special attention is the power distribution box. It serves as a home for high-current fuses that have a crucial role in safeguarding your vehicle’s primary electrical systems from overloads. By housing these fuses, the power distribution box ensures the safety and optimal functionality of essential electrical components.

In certain situations, such as when the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, it is advisable to consult the Battery section of the Maintenance and Care chapter in your vehicle’s manual.

To open the hood of a 2002 Ford F450, follow these steps:

  1. Locate the hood release handle inside the vehicle. In most cases, it is situated under the left side of the instrument panel, towards the bottom. Pull the handle to disengage the primary latch.
  2. Move to the front of the vehicle and find the auxiliary latch. It is positioned under the center-right of the hood. The latch design may require either sliding the handle to the side or lifting it up to release the auxiliary latch.
  3. Once the auxiliary latch is released, lift the hood upwards. As you do so, the lift cylinders will engage and hold the hood open. It is important to ensure that the hood is securely supported before performing any maintenance or inspection tasks.
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description
17.5A *Trailer Tow Left Stop/Turn Lamp
210A*Washer Pump
37.5A*Trailer Tow Right Stop/Turn Lamp
420A*Trailer Tow Backup Lamps, Trailer TowPark Lamps
520A*(Gasoline only)5A*(Diesel only)Gasoline only-PCM, Fuel Pump RelayCoil, Mass Air Flow Sensor, Fuel InjectorsDiesel only-Dual Alternator A Field
610A*Trailer Tow Electronic Brake Illumination, Park Lamps, Trailer Tow Park LampRelay Coil
720A*(Gasoline only)5A*(Diesel only)Gasoline only-Vapor Management Valve, HEGO Sensors, Intake ManifoldCommunication Control, EVR Solenoid, PCM, Canister Vent SolenoidDiesel only-Dual Alternator A Field
815A*Electronic Shift On The Fly Relay, Transfer Case Shift Motor
910A*Left Headlamp (Low Beam)
1020A*Power Point
1110A*Right Headlamp (Low Beam)
1215A*Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Resistor,Fog Lamps
1330A**Multi-function Switch, Headlamps
1460A**Anti-Lock Brake System
1530A**Heated Seats
1630A**Trailer Tow Battery Charge
1730A**Electronic Shift On The Fly Relay,Transfer Case Shift Motor
1830A**Power Seat, Adjustable Pedals
1920A**Fuel Pump Motor, PCM
2050A**Ignition Switch (B4 & B5)
2150A**Ignition Switch (B1 & B3)
2250A**Junction Box Battery Feed
2340A**Blower Motor
2430A**(Gasoline only)20A**(Diesel only)PCM Power
2530A***Power Windows
2620A**If equipped with Remote KeylessEntry-Driver Door Unlock Relay Coil, AllDoor Unlock Relay Coil, All Door Lock Relay Coil, Park Lamp Flash Relay, If not equipped with Remote Keyless Entry-Power Door Lock Motors
27– (Gasoline only)30A**(Diesel only)Gasoline only-Not UsedDiesel only-Injector Driver Module
2830A**Trailer Tow Electronic Brake Controller
2920A**Radio
30PCM Power Relay
31Blower Motor Relay
32A/C CASS (Gasoline only), Injector DriverModule Power Relay (Diesel only)
33Washer Pump Relay
34Windshield Wiper Park/Run Relay
35Windshield Wiper HI/LO Relay
36A/C Clutch Diode
37PCM Diode
38Trailer Tow Backup Lamp Relay
39Trailer Tow Battery Charge Relay
40Electronic Shift On The Fly Relay #1
41Electronic Shift On The Fly Relay #2
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses ***Circuit Breaker

2001 Ford F450 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Diagram

The passenger compartment fuse panel for the passenger compartment is located beneath and to the left of the steering wheel, near the brake pedal.

To access the fuses, you need to remove the cover of the panel. Simply turn the fasteners on the panel counterclockwise to remove the panel cover.

When it comes to removing a fuse, utilize the fuse puller tool that is conveniently provided on the fuse panel cover.

Fuse/Relay LocationFuse Amp RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description
120ATurn/Hazard Lamps
2Not Used
320ACigar Lighter, Data Link Connector
410AGlove Box Lamp, Map Lamps, PowerMirrors, Underhood Lamp
5Not Used
6Not Used
75APower Window/Lock Switch Illumination
85ARadio, Headlamp Switch Illumination
9Not Used
1015ADual Fuel Tanks
1130AAuxiliary Powertrain Control Module(APCM) (Diesel only), Instrument Cluster, GEM Module, Overdrive Cancel Switch,Idle Validation Switch (Diesel only), Overhead Console, Diesel PCM via Clutch
1215AHorn
1320AStop Lamps, Center High-mount StopLamp, Trailer Tow Stop Lamp, SpeedControl
1410ADome Lamp, Cargo Lamp, CourtesyLamps, Running Board Lamps
155AA/C Clutch, Blend Door Actuator, TrailerTow Battery Charge Relay Coil, FourWheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS), Turn Signal
1615AInstrument Cluster, Hi-beam Headlamps
17Not Used
185AAudio
1910AWiper Motor, Wiper Run/Park Relay Coil, Wiper Hi/LO Relay Coil, Washer PumpRelay Coil
2015AStarter Motor Relay Coil, Clutch Switch
21Not Used
2210APassenger Air Bag Activation/DeactivationSwitch, Blower Motor Relay Coil
2310AAir Bag Module
2410AStop Lamp Switch (Logic): GenericElectronic Module (GEM), powertrain control Module (PCM), Four WheelAnti-lock Brake System (4WABS) Module, Brake Shift Interlock, Cluster, and PCMKeep Alive Memory
25Not Used
26Not Used
2710AIgnition Run Power Feed (CustomerAccess)
2815APCM Relay Coil, Ignition Coil (Gasoline only), Fuel Heater (Diesel only), Wastegate Solenoid (Diesel only), Injector Driver Module Relay Coil (Diesel only)
295AInstrument Cluster (Charge and AirbagWarning Lamps)
3030AAuxiliary Powertrain Control Module(APCM) (Diesel only), Instrument Cluster, GEM Module, Overdrive Cancel Switch, Idle Validation Switch (Diesel only), Overhead Console, Diesel PCM via Clutch
315AFog Lamp Switch
Relay 1Interior Lamp Relay
Relay 2Not Used
Relay 3Horn
Relay 4Power Window One Touch Down Relay
Relay 5Accessory Delay Relay

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