Circuit Breakers vs Fuses

[BigBrother-84]

Hi Gentlemen!

Need a lesson about CB and Fuses.

Reading at the Fuse Panel list, do we understand that, for Fuses 12 and 14, we should put a fuse or a c.b., depending of the protected accessory?

[81-F150-Explorer]

Not sure what you are asking here, but I'll try and answer. Hope I'm not being obtuse.


Resetting Circuit breakers are typically used when a fuse blowing might be just as hazardous or more hazardous than a short circuit in certain situations.

The Circuit breaker in the Headlamp switch is one.  When operating properly, it makes your headlamps flicker, but not go completely out when there is a short circuit. Headlamps going completely out on a dark highway not a good thing.

Power windows and door locks were thought the same way.  What if you needed to get out in a hurry after a crash or other such problem etc... Thus resetting circuit breakers.

It's covered in the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety standards;
FMVSS

I hope this helps...

[ArdWrknTrk]

"Tailgate power window" is unique to Bronco's.

They have a very different rear half of the main chassis harness. ( power window and lock, the way the taillights ground, etc..)

[BigBrother-84]

In fact, my question is about the way the fuses table is made.

For #12 and #14, it seems to show two possibilities:
•12: 25A fuse or 30A cb
•14: 25A fuse or 20A cb

I am questioning if each "choice" is written on the line of its specific protected accessory.

If not, what's the meaning of these "multiple" choices for each of #12 and #14?

[ArdWrknTrk]

The same fuse panel is used in a truck and a Bronco.

If you have a Brono (with a tailgate) you get a fuse.
If you have a truck with power whatever you get a circuit breaker

[BigBrother-84]

Ok, thanks!

[81-F150-Explorer]

Sorry for my confusion there.