The electrical circuits are protected by a combination of fuses, fusible links, and circuit breakers, with two fuse panels located in the power distribution box in the engine compartment and above the driver's footwell. These panels utilize miniaturized fuses for easy fingertip removal and installation. Each fuse safeguards one or more circuits, and while a fuse guide is available, the most accurate information can be found in the owner's documentation. The footwell fuse panel cover contains spare fuses, and a fuse puller tool is mounted in the cover for 1993 and 1994 models, while it is located in the fuse box for 1995 and later models. When an electrical component fails, checking the fuse first is essential, and using a test light to check for power at the exposed terminal tips of each fuse is the best method; if power is present on one side but not the other, the fuse is blown, which can also be identified visually. The fuse puller tool should be used carefully to avoid twisting the fuses during removal or installation, as this could damage the connection. It is crucial to replace blown fuses with the correct type and amp rating, as using a fuse with a different value is not advisable due to the specific protection needs of each circuit. The amperage value is molded into the fuse body, and different colors indicate various amperage types. Caution is advised to turn off all electrical components and the ignition switch before replacing a fuse, and bypassing a fuse with metal or foil can lead to serious damage or fire. If a replacement fuse fails immediately, it should not be replaced again until the underlying issue, often a short circuit from a damaged wire, is resolved.