Fuse Box Diagram Ford Explorer (2002-2005) (2024)

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In this article, we consider the third-generation Ford Explorer (U152), produced from 2003 to 2005. Here you will find fuse box diagrams of Ford Explorer 2003, 2004 and 2005, get information about the location of the fuse panels inside the car, and learn about the assignment of each fuse (fuse layout) and relay.

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Fuse Layout Ford Explorer 2002-2005

Fuse box location

Passenger compartment

The fuse panel is located below the instrument panel on the driver’s side.

Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side)

These relays are located on the reverse side of the passenger compartment fuse panel.

Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses.

Engine compartment

The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment.

Auxiliary relay box

The relay box is located on the front right fender well.

Rear Relay Box

The relay box is located on the rear passenger side quarter trim panel.

Fuse box diagrams

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2003

Passenger compartment

Assignment of the fuses in the Passenger compartment (2003)

№	Amp Rating	Description
1	30A	Memory seat module, Driver power seat
2	20A	Heated seats, Moonroof
3	20A	Radio, Amplifier, DVD
4	5A	Front wiper module
5	15A	Flasher relay (Turn, hazards)
6	10A	Right horn
7	15A	Heated mirrors
8	—	Not used (spare)
9	—	Not used (spare)
10	10A	Heated backlight relay coil, Heated seat module, A/C clutch contact
11	—	Not used (spare)
12	5A	4x4 module
13	5A	Overdrive cancel switch, Flex fuel sender
14	5A	PATS module
15	5A	Rear wiper module, Cluster, TPMS
16	5A	Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS
17	15A	Delayed acc. coil, Battery saver, Glove compartment lamp, 2nd row courtesy lamps
18	10A	Left horn
19	10A	RCM
20	5A	Driver seat switch, Memory switch, Driver seat module, BSM, Sunload sensor
21	5A	Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil
22	10A	ABS, IVD Controller
23	15A	Brake pedal position switch, Driver brake applied relay, Redundant cruise deactivate switch
24	15A	Cigar lighter, OBD II
25	5A	Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow battery charge coil
26	7.5A	Park aid, Brake shift interlock, Approach lamp relay coil, IVD switch
27	7.5A	Electrochromatic mirror, Digital transmission range sensor - backup lamps
28	5A	Radio (Start)/DVD (Start)
29	10A	Digital transmission range sensor, PWR feed to fuse #28 (Start feed)
30	5A	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Remote solenoid, DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator

Passenger compartment (top side)

№	Description
Relay 1	Flasher relay
Relay 2	Rear defrost
Relay 3	Delayed accessory relay
Relay 4	Open
Relay 5	Battery saver
Relay 6	Open
Relay 7	Open

Engine compartment

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Assignment of the fuses in the Power distribution box (2003)

№	Amp Rating	Description
1	60A**	PJB
2	30A**	BSM
3	—	Not used
4	30A**	Rear defrost
5	40A**	Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump
6	60A**	Delayed accessory
7	20A**	Power point #2
8	—	Not used
9	20A**	Power point #1
10	30A**	ABS module (valves)
11	40A**	PTEC
12	50A**	Ignition relay, Starter relay
13	40A**	Trailer tow battery, Trailer tow turn signals
14	10 A*	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada)
15	15 A*	Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster)
16	15 A*	Headlamp switch, Foglamp switch
17	20 A*	4x4 (v-batt 2)
18	20 A*	4x4 (v-batt 1)
19	20A**	High beam relay
20	30A**	Electric brake
21	30A**	Front wiper motor
22	20A**	Low beam
23	30A**	Ignition switch
24	—	Not used
25	—	Not used
26	15 A*	Fuel pump
27	20 A*	Trailer tow lamps
28	20 A*	Horn relay
29	60A**	PJB
30	20A**	Rear wiper motor
31	—	Not used
32	—	Not used
33	30A**	Auxiliary blower motor
34	30A**	Passenger power seat, Adjustable pedals
35	—	Not used
36	40A**	Blower motor
37	15 A*	A/C clutch relay, Transmission
38	15A*	Coil on plug
39	15 A*	Injectors, Fuel pump relay
40	15 A*	PTEC power
41	15 A*	HEGO, VMV, CMS, PTEC
42	10 A*	Right low' beam
43	10 A*	Left low' beam
44	15 A*	Front foglamps
45	2A*	Brake pressure switch (ABS)
46	20 A*	High beams
47	—	Horn relay
48	—	Fuel pump relay
49	—	High beam relay
50	—	Fog lamp relay
51	—	DRL relay (Canada/AdvanceTrac relay (U.S.)
52	—	A/C clutch relay
53	—	Trailer tow right turn relay
54	—	Trailer tow left turn relay
55	—	Blower motor relay
56	—	Starter relay
57	—	PTEC relay
58	—	Ignition relay
59	—	Driver brake applied relay (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac only)
60	—	PCM diode
61	—	A/C clutch diode
62	30A CB	Power windows circuit breaker
		* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Cartridge Fuses

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Auxiliary relay box

№	Description
Relay 64	AdvanceTrac relay
Relay 65	Open
Relay 66	Open

Rear Relay Box

Assignment of the relay in the Rear Relay Box (2003)

№	Description
Relay 14	Not used
Relay 15	Trailer tow back- up lamps
Relay 16	Not used
Relay 17	Not used
Relay 18	Not used
Relay 19	Trailer tow park lamps
Relay 20	Trailer tow battery charge
Relay 21	Not used
Relay 22	Approach lamps
Relay 23	Not used
Diode 3	Not used
Diode 4	Not used

2004

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Passenger compartment

Assignment of the fuses in the Passenger compartment (2004)

№	Amp Rating	Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description
1	30A	Memory seat module, Driver power seat
2	20A	Moonroof
3	20A	Radio, Amplifier, DVD
4	5A	Front wiper module
5	15A	Flasher relay (Turn, hazards)
6	10A	Key-in-chime
7	15A	Heated mirrors
8	5A	Heated PCV (4.0L engine only)
9	15A	Not used
10	10A	Heated backlight relay coil, A/C clutch contact
11	20A	Heated seats
12	5A	4x4 (switch)
13	5A	Overdrive cancel switch
14	5A	PATS
15	5A	Rear wiper module, Cluster
16	5A	Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS
17	15A	Delayed accessoiy relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps
18	10A	Flexible fuel pump
19	10A	Restraint Control Module (RCM)
20	5A	Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat module, Body Security Module (BSM), PATS LED
21	5A	Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil
22	10A	ABS, IVD Controller
23	15A	Not used
24	15A	Cigar lighter, OBD II, Neutral tow
25	5A	Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow batteiy charge relay coil, TPMS
26	7.5A	Reverse park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch
27	7.5A	Automatic dimming mirror, Digital transmission range sensor, Backup lamps
28	5A	Radio (Start)
29	10A	Digital transmission range sensor, PWR feed to fuse #28 (Start feed)
30	5A	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator

Passenger compartment (top side)

№	Description
Relay 1	Flasher relay
Relay 2	Rear defrost
Relay 3	Delayed accessory relay
Relay 4	Open
Relay 5	Battery saver
Relay 6	Open
Relay 7	Open

Engine compartment

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Assignment of the fuses in the Power distribution box (2004)

№	Amp Rating	Power Distribution Box Description
1	60A**	PJB #1
2	30A**	BSM
3	—	Not used
4	30A**	Rear defrost
5	40A**	Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump
6	60A**	Delayed accessoiy, Power windows, Audio
7	20A**	Power point #2
8	30A**	4x4 shift motor
9	20A**	Power point #1
10	30A**	ABS module (valves)
11	40A**	Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
12	50A**	Ignition relay, Starter relay
13	40A**	Trailer tow battery charge, Trailer tow turn signals
14	10 A*	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada)
15	15 A*	Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Courtesy lamps
16	15 A*	Park lamps, Autolamp parklamps, Front foglamps relay coil
17	5A*	Two-speed 4x4 (relay coils)
18	20 A*	PCM with One-speed Torque-On-Demand (TOD) or Two-speed 4x4
19	20A**	High beam relay
20	30A**	Trailer electric brake module
21	30A**	Front wiper motor
22	20A**	Low beam, Autolamp
23	30A**	Ignition switch
24	—	Not used
25	15 A*	Brake on-off
26	20 A*	Fuel pump
27	20 A*	Trailer tow park lamps, Trailer tow' back-up
28	20 A*	Horn relay
29	60A**	PJB #2
30	20A**	Rear wiper motor
31	—	Not used
32	—	Not used
33	30A**	Auxiliary blower motor
34	30A**	Passenger power seat, Adjustable pedals (non-memory)
35	—	Not used
36	40A**	Blower motor
37	15 A*	A/C clutch relay, Transmission
38	15 A*	Coil on plug (4.6L engine only), Ignition coil (4.0L engine only)
39	15 A*	Injectors, Fuel pump relay coil
40	15 A*	PCM power
41	15 A*	HEGO, VMV, CMS, PCM diode, ESM, CVS
42	10 A*	Right low beam
43	10 A*	Left low beam
44	15 A*	Front foglamps
45	2A*	Brake pressure switch (non-AdvanceTrac vehicles)
46	20 A*	High beams
47	—	Horn relay
48	—	Fuel pump relay
49	—	High beam relay
50	—	Front foglamps relay
51	—	DRL relay (Canada)
52	—	A/C clutch relay
53	—	Trailer tow right turn relay
54	—	Trailer tow left turn relay
55	—	Blower motor relay
56	—	Starter relay
57	—	PCM relay
58	—	Ignition relay
59	—	AdvanceTrac stop lamp relay
60	—	PCM diode
61	—	A/C clutch diode
62	30A CB	Power windows circuit breaker
		* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses

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Auxiliary relay box

№	Description
Relay 64	Tvvo-speed 4x4 motor clockwise
Relay 65	Two-speed 4x4 motor counterclockwise
Relay 66	Open

Rear Relay Box

Assignment of the relay in the Rear Relay Box (2004, 2005)

№	Description
Relay 14	Not used
Relay 15	Trailer tow back-up lamps
Relay 16	Not used
Relay 17	Not used
Relay 18	Not used
Relay 19	Trailer tow park lamps
Relay 20	Trailer tow battery charge
Relay 21	Not used
Relay 22	Not used
Relay 23	Not used
Diode 3	Not used
Diode 4	Not used

2005

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Passenger compartment

Assignment of the fuses in the Passenger compartment (2005)

№	Amp Rating	Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description
1	30A	Memory seat module, Driver power seat, Driver power lumbar
2	20A	Moonroof
3	20A	Radio, Amplifier, DVD
4	5A	Front wiper module
5	15A	Flasher relay (Turn, hazards)
6	10A	Key-in-chime
7	15A	Heated mirrors
8	5A	Heated PCV (4.0L engine only)
9	15A	Not used
10	10A	Heated backlight relay coil, A/C clutch contact
11	20A	Heated seats
12	5A	4x4 (switch)
13	5A	Overdrive cancel switch
14	5A	PATS
15	5A	Rear wiper module, Cluster
16	5A	Power mirror, Manual climate control, TPMS
17	15A	Delayed accessoiy relay coil/Battery saver coil and contact/Reading and glove box lamps
18	10A	Flexible fuel pump
19	10A	Restraint Control Module (RCM)
20	5A	Memory driver seat switch, Driver seat module, Body Security Module (BSM), PATS LED
21	5A	Instrument cluster, Compass, Flasher coil
22	10A	ABS, IVD Controller
23	15A	Not used
24	15A	Cigar lighter, OBD II, Neutral tow
25	5A	Mode-Temperature actuator for auxiliary climate control, Trailer tow batteiy charge relay coil, TPMS
26	7.5A	Reverse park aid, Brake shift interlock, IVD switch
27	7.5A	Automatic dimming mirror, Digital transmission range sensor, Backup lamps
28	5A	Radio (Start)
29	10A	Digital transmission range sensor, PWR feed to fuse #28 (Start feed)
30	5A	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), DEATC climate controller, Manual climate control, Manual climate control temp blend actuator

Passenger compartment (top side)

№	Description
Relay 1	Flasher relay
Relay 2	Rear defrost
Relay 3	Delayed accessory relay
Relay 4	Open
Relay 5	Battery saver
Relay 6	Open
Relay 7	Open

Engine compartment

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Assignment of the fuses in the Power distribution box (2005)

№	Amp Rating	Description
1	60A**	PJB #1
2	30A**	BSM
3	—	Not used
4	30A**	Rear defrost
5	40A**	Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) pump
6	60A**	Delayed accessoiy, Power windows, Audio
7	20A**	Power point #2
8	30A**	4x4 shift motor
9	20A**	Power point #1
10	30A**	ABS module (valves)
11	40A**	Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
12	50A**	Ignition relay, Starter relay
13	40A**	Trailer tow battery charge, Trailer tow turn signals
14	10 A*	Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (Canada)
15	15 A*	Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster), Courtesy lamps
16	15 A*	Park lamps, Autolamp parklamps, Front foglamps relay coil
17	5A*	Two-speed 4x4 (relay coils)
18	20 A*	PCM with two-speed 4x4 clutch
19	20A**	High beam relay
20	30A**	Trailer electric brake module
21	30A**	Front wiper motor
22	20A**	Low beam, Autolamp
23	30A**	Ignition switch, PCM diode
24	—	Not used
25	15 A*	Brake on-off
26	20 A*	Fuel pump
27	20 A*	Trailer tow park lamps, Trailer tow back-up
28	20 A*	Horn relay
29	60A**	PJB #2
30	20A**	Rear wiper motor
31	—	Not used
32	—	Not used
33	30A**	Auxiliary blower motor
34	30A**	Passenger power seat, Adjustable pedals (non-memory)
35	—	Not used
36	40A**	Blower motor
37	15 A*	A/C clutch relay, Transmission
38	15 A*	HEGO, VMV, CMS, ESM, CVS
39	15 A*	Injectors, Fuel pump relay coil
40	15 A*	PCM power
41	15 A*	Coil on plug (4.6L engine only), Ignition coil (4.0L engine only)
42	10 A*	Right low beam
43	10 A*	Left low beam
44	15 A*	Front foglamps
45	2A*	Brake pressure switch (non-AdvanceTrac vehicles)
46	20 A*	High beams
47	—	Horn relay
48	—	Fuel pump relay
49	—	High beam relay
50	—	Front foglamps relay
51	—	DRL relay (Canada)
52	—	A/C clutch relay
53	—	Trailer tow right turn relay
54	—	Trailer tow left turn relay
55	—	Blower motor relay
56	—	Starter relay
57	—	PCM relay
58	—	Ignition relay
59	—	Not used
60	—	PCM diode
61	—	A/C clutch diode
62	30A CB	Power windows circuit breaker
		* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses

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Auxiliary relay box

№	Description
Relay 64	Tvvo-speed 4x4 motor clockwise
Relay 65	Two-speed 4x4 motor counterclockwise
Relay 66	Open

Rear Relay Box

Assignment of the relay in the Rear Relay Box (2004, 2005)

№	Description
Relay 14	Not used
Relay 15	Trailer tow back-up lamps
Relay 16	Not used
Relay 17	Not used
Relay 18	Not used
Relay 19	Trailer tow park lamps
Relay 20	Trailer tow battery charge
Relay 21	Not used
Relay 22	Not used
Relay 23	Not used
Diode 3	Not used
Diode 4	Not used

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Fuse Box Diagram Ford Explorer (2002-2005) (2024)

FAQs

Which fuse is it for the door ajar on a 2002 Ford Explorer? ›

After looking at the wiring circuit, There is no specific fuse for the door alarm ajar switch; these switches are built into the door latch; it will need to be repaired or replaced to make it quit sounding that warning, unfortunately. You have one on each door and one on the liftgate.

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How do you diagnose a bad fuse box? ›

Common Fusebox Problems To Look Out For

Tripped Circuit Breakers. Signs: Frequent circuit breaker trips resulting in power outages in specific areas of your home. ...
Flickering or Dimming Lights. ...
Continuously Tripping Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) ...
Buzzing or Sizzling Sounds. ...
Old or Outdated Fuseboxes.

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Where are the fuses on a Ford Explorer? ›

The engine compartment fuse box is under the driver side leaf screen in the engine compartment. It has high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads.

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Can a blown fuse cause cruise control not to work? ›

One of the most common reasons for a malfunctioning cruise control system is a blown fuse. Fuses are designed to protect electrical components from power surges and prevent damage. If the fuse for the cruise control system has blown, it will prevent the system from functioning.

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Is there a fuse that controls cruise control? ›

Since your car's cruise control is part of an electrical system, it needs a fuse to function properly. A short circuit in this system can cause a fuse to blow, which means that the cruise control will suddenly stop working. Fortunately, replacing a blown fuse is a cheap and easy repair for any auto mechanic.

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Why is the cruise control button not working on my Ford Explorer? ›

The most common reasons a Ford Explorer cruise control isn't working are failed control module, sensor or switch issues, or throttle actuation problems.

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How to get door ajar light off? ›

Spray the WD-40 liberally, and open and close each door firmly a dozen times, to work the lubricant into the mechanisms. Apply more WD-40 and repeat. If the WD-40 fix does not turn off the light, we recommend having a mechanic take a look.

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Is there a fuse for power door locks? ›

A blown fuse can interrupt the electrical circuit and cause the power locks to malfunction. To check the fuses, you need to locate the fuse box, which is usually under the dashboard or in the engine compartment. Refer to your owner's manual or a wiring diagram to identify the correct fuse for the power locks.

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How do you reset the door code on a 2002 Ford Explorer? ›

How to Reset Your Ford Door Code

Enter the five-digit factory-set code on the keypad.
Press the 1-2 button on the keypad within five seconds.
Enter your new five-digit code. ...
Press the 1-2 button again to save your personalized code.
You'll hear your doors lock and unlock to confirm the number has been set.

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What does IOD fuse stand for? ›

All vehicles are equipped with an Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse that is removed from its normal cavity in the Integrated Power Module (IPM) when the vehicle is shipped from the factory.

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