Ford DA8Z-14526-A Circuit Breaker Assembly

The electrical circuits of the vehicle are safeguarded by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible links, with the main fuse/relay panel located in the engine compartment and the interior fuse/relay panel found inside the passenger compartment. Fuses come in small, medium, and large sizes, all featuring the same blade terminal design, where medium and large fuses can be removed by hand, while small fuses require pliers or a plastic fuse-puller tool. Fusible links are situated in the harness to the right of the underhood fuse box and protect circuits that are not typically fused or that carry high current, such as the connection between the alternator and the battery. When an electrical component fails, checking the fuses is essential, using a test light to verify power at the terminal tips; if power is present on one side but absent on the other, the fuse is blown, which can also be visually confirmed by inspecting the element between the terminals. It is crucial to replace blown fuses with the correct type, as using fuses of different ratings, even if they fit physically, is not advisable since each circuit requires specific protection. If a replacement fuse fails immediately, the underlying issue, often a short circuit due to damaged wiring, should be addressed before installing another fuse. When replacing a blown fusible link, it is important to use one of the same specification, and if it blows again, troubleshooting the circuit is necessary before installing a new link.

Yes, the red cover is included