Learn about Ford Explorer Sport 2001-2003 fuse box and relay’s locations, functions, and maintenance tips for optimal vehicle electrical system.
The Ford Explorer Sport (2001–2003) is a two-door midsize SUV designed with a sporty, compact look while maintaining the rugged utility of the Explorer line. It offers seating for up to five passengers and features a shorter wheelbase, making it more maneuverable than the standard four-door version. The body-on-frame construction provides durability for light off-roading and towing, while the interior focuses on comfort and practicality for daily driving.
The vehicle’s electrical system depends heavily on 2 key fuse box locations. The power distribution box, located in the engine compartment, protects high-current systems like the fuel pump, ABS, and cooling fans. Inside the cabin, under the dashboard on the driver’s side, is the passenger compartment fuse panel, which controls circuits for the power windows, radio, and climate controls. Various relays positioned near these fuse boxes regulate the operation of components like the starter motor, rear defroster, and lighting systems. Maintaining these fuse and relay systems ensures continued electrical reliability and functionality.
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(2001–2003) Ford Explorer Sport fuse box and relay with Diagram
WARNING
- Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
- A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
- On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
- If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
- Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.
Ford Explorer Sport (2001–2003) fuse assignment
Ford Explorer Sport Year of production: 2001, 2002, 2003
Checking and Replacing Fuses in Ford Explorer Sport
If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover.
Location of Fuse Boxes
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel:
The fuse panel is located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver’s side door. Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses.
Power Distribution Box:
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Fuse Box Diagrams
2001
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2001)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Power Mirror Switch |
| 2 | – | Not Used |
| 3 | 7.5A | Left Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector |
| 4 | 15A | Subwoofer |
| 5 | 15A | Park Lamps |
| 6 | 15A (With rear blower) 7.5A (Without rear blower) | Blower Motor Relay, Airbag Diagnostic Monitor |
| 7 | 7.5A | Right Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector |
| 8 | – | Not Used |
| 9 | 7.5A | Brake Pedal Position Switch |
| 10 | 7.5A | Speed Control/Amplifier Assembly, Generic electronic Module (GEM), Shift Lock Actuator, Blend Door Actuator, A/C – Heater Assembly, Flasher, Overhead Console, 4X4 Module |
| 11 | 7.5A | Instrument Cluster, 4X4 Module |
| 12 | 10A | Washer Pump Relay, Rear Washer Pump Relay |
| 13 | 15A | Brake Pedal Position Switch, Brake Pressure Switch |
| 14 | 10A | 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module |
| 15 | 7.5A | Instrument Cluster |
| 16 | 30A | Windshield Wiper Motor, Wiper Hi-Lo Relay, Wiper Run/Park Relay |
| 17 | 20A | Cigar Lighter, Data Link Connector |
| 18 | 20A | Power Door Locks |
| 19 | 25A | PCM Power Diode |
| 20 | 7.5A | Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Radio, Moonroof Relay, Power Window Relay |
| 21 | 15A | Flasher (Hazard) |
| 22 | 20A | Auxiliary Power Socket |
| 23 | – | Not Used |
| 24 | 7.5A | Starter Intermpt Relay, Anti-Theft |
| 25 | 7.5A | Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Instrument Cluster, Securi-Lock |
| 26 | 10A | Battery Saver Relay, Interior Lamp Relay |
| 27 | 15A | DRL, Backup Lamps Switch, DTR Sensor, Rear Defroster Relay |
| 28 | 7.5A | Radio |
| 29 | 20A | Radio |
| 30 | 25A | Power Seats |
| 31 | 5A | Rear Blower Motor |
| 32 | 5A | Heated Rear Window Switch |
| 33 | 15A | Headlamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module, Instrument Cluster |
| 34 | 5A | Rear Integrated Control Panei |
| 35 | 15A | 4X4 Module |
| 36 | 15A | Trailer Tow Relay |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2001)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50A** | Fuse Panel |
| 2 | – | Not Used |
| 3 | – | Not Used |
| 4 | – | Not Used |
| 5 | – | Not Used |
| 6 | 50A** | ABS Pump Motor |
| 7 | 30A** | Powertrain Control |
| 8 | – | Not Used |
| 9 | – | Not Used |
| 10 | – | Not Used |
| 11 | 50A** | Ignition Switch |
| 12 | – | Not Used |
| 13 | 20A** | 4X4 Motor |
| 14 | – | Not Used |
| 15 | – | Not Used |
| 16 | 40A** | Blower Motor |
| 17 | 30A** | Rear Defroster |
| 18 | – | Not Used |
| 19 | – | Not Used |
| 20 | – | Not Used |
| 21 | 10A* | PCM Memory |
| 22 | 15A* | Horn |
| 23 | 20A* | Fuel Pump Motor |
| 24 | 25A* | Headlamps |
| 25 | 10A* | A/C Clutch Solenoid |
| 26 | – | Not Used |
| 27 | – | Not Used |
| 28 | 30A* | 4WABS Module |
| 29 | 15A* | Foglamps |
| 30 | – | Not Used |
| 31 | 15A* | Daytime Running Lamps |
| 32 | – | Not Used |
| 33 | – | Not Used |
| 34 | 15A* | Rear Wiper |
| 35 | – | Not Used |
| 36 | – | Not Used |
| 37 | – | Not Used |
| 38 | 10A* | Left Low Beam |
| 39 | – | Not Used |
| 40 | – | Not Used |
| 41 | 15A* | Heated Oxygen Sensors |
| 42 | 10A* | Right Low Beam |
| 43 | – | Not Used |
| 44 | – | Not Used |
| 45A | – | Wiper Hi/Low Relay |
| 45B | – | Wiper Run/Park Relay |
| 46A | – | Rear Wiper Down Relay |
| 46B | – | Rear Wiper Up Relay |
| 47A | 20A | Windows/Roof |
| 47B | – | Not Used |
| 48 | – | Not Used |
| 49 | – | Starter Relay |
| 50A | – | Not Used |
| 50B | – | Fuel Pump Relay |
| 51 | – | Not Used |
| 52 | – | Not Used |
| 53 | – | PCM Diode |
| 54 | – | PCM Relay |
| 55 | – | Blower Relay |
| 56A | – | A/C Clutch Solenoid |
| 56B | – | Horn Relay |
| *Mini fuses **Cartridge fuses | ||
2002
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2002)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Mirrors, Autolamp |
| 2 | 7.5A | Cluster, Autolamp. Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Keyless entry, 4×4 |
| 3 | 7.5A | Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn lamps |
| 4 | 7.5A | Starter |
| 5 | 15A | Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P dimming, Trailer tow |
| 6 | 7.5A | Air bags, Cluster |
| 7 | 7.5A | Trailer tow left-hand stop/turn lamps |
| 8 | 7.5A | Cluster, Audio, GEM |
| 9 | 7.5A | Speed control, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), 4×4, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Park interlock, Keyless entry |
| 10 | 15A | Ignition, IPATS |
| 11 | 15A | Subwoofer |
| 12 | 15A | Air bags, Climate control, Rear climate control |
| 13 | 15A | Stop lamps, Speed control, Auxiliary Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) |
| 14 | – | Not used |
| 15 | 15A | 4×4 module |
| 16 | 7.5A | Turn signals, Park interlock, Overhead console, Climate control, 4×4, Speed control |
| 17 | 20A | Cigar lighter, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II |
| 18 | 20A | Power locks, Keyless entry |
| 19 | 15A | Trailer tow park lamps |
| 20 | 15A | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Re verse lamps, PCM |
| 21 | 15A | Flashers |
| 22 | 20A | PP power point |
| 23 | 10A | Front/Rear washers |
| 24 | 30A | Front wiper |
| 25 | 7.5A | Cluster, GEM |
| 26 | 10A | Interior illunünation, Battery saver |
| 27 | 7.5A | Audio, Windows, GEM, Moonroof, Rear window |
| 28 | 15A | Rear wiper (on glass) |
| 29 | 20A | Audio, Rear audio |
| 30 | 25A | Seats |
| 31 | 5A | Rear climate control |
| 32 | 5A | Heated rear window switch |
| 33 | 15A | Highbeam headlamps |
| 34 | 5A | Rear audio |
| 35 | 5A | ABS module |
| 36 | – | Not used |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2002)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50A Cartridge fuse | Fuse Panel |
| 2 | – | Not Used |
| 3 | 20A Mini fuse | Moonroof |
| 4 | – | Not Used |
| 5 | – | Not Used |
| 6 | 50A Cartridge fuse | ABS Pump Motor |
| 7 | 30A Cartridge fuse | Powertrain Control |
| 8 | – | Not Used |
| 9 | – | Not Used |
| 10 | – | Not Used |
| 11 | 50A Cartridge fuse | Ignition Switch |
| 12 | Not Used | |
| 13 | 20A Cartridge fuse | 4X4 Motor |
| 14 | – | Not Used |
| 15 | – | Not Used |
| 16 | 40A Cartridge fuse | Blower Motor |
| 17 | 30A Cartridge fuse | Rear Defroster |
| 18 | – | Not Used |
| 19 | – | Not Used |
| 20 | – | Not Used |
| 21 | 10A Mini fuse | PCM Memory |
| 22 | 15A Mini fuse | Horn |
| 23 | 20A Mini fuse | Fuel Pump Motor |
| 24 | 25A Mini fuse | Headlamps |
| 25 | 10A Mini fuse | A/C Clutch Solenoid |
| 26 | – | Not Used |
| 27 | – | Not Used |
| 28 | 30A Mini fuse | 4WABS Module |
| 29 | 15A Mini fuse | Foglamps |
| 30 | – | Not Used |
| 31 | 15A Mini fuse | Daytime Running Lamps |
| 32 | – | Not Used |
| 33 | – | Not Used |
| 34 | – | Not Used |
| 35 | – | Not Used |
| 36 | – | Not Used |
| 37 | – | Not Used |
| 38 | 10A Mini fuse | Left Low Beam |
| 39 | – | Not Used |
| 40 | Not Used | |
| 41 | 15A Mini fuse | Heated Oxygen Sensors |
| 42 | 10A Mini fuse | Right Low Beam |
| 43 | – | Not Used |
| 44 | – | Not Used |
| 45A | – | Wiper Hi/Low Relay |
| 45B | – | Wiper Run/Park Relay |
| 46A | – | Not Used |
| 46B | – | Rear Wiper Up Relay |
| 47A | 20A CB | Windows |
| 47B | – | Not Used |
| 48 | – | Window Safety Relay |
| 49 | – | Starter Relay |
| 50A | – | Not Used |
| 50B | – | Fuel Pump Relay |
| 51 | – | Not Used |
| 52 | – | Not Used |
| 53 | – | PCM Diode |
| 54 | – | PCM Relay |
| 55 | – | Blower Relay |
| 56A | – | A/C Clutch Solenoid |
| 56B | – | Horn Relay |
2003
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2003)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Mirrors, Autolamp |
| 2 | 7.5A | Cluster, Autolamp. Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Keyless entry, 4×4 |
| 3 | 7.5A | Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn lamps |
| 4 | 7.5A | Starter |
| 5 | 15A | Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P dimming, Trailer tow |
| 6 | 7.5A | Air bags, Cluster |
| 7 | 7.5A | Trailer tow left-hand stop/turn lamps |
| 8 | 7.5A | Cluster, Audio, GEM |
| 9 | 7.5A | Speed control, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), 4×4, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Park interlock, Keyless entry |
| 10 | 15A | Ignition, IPATS |
| 11 | 15A | Subwoofer |
| 12 | 15A | Climate control, Rear climate control |
| 13 | 15A | Stop lamps, Speed control, Auxiliary Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) |
| 14 | 10A | Air bags |
| 15 | 15A | 4×4 module |
| 16 | 7.5A | Turn signals, Park interlock, Overhead console, Climate control, 4×4, Speed control |
| 17 | 20A | Cigar lighter, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II |
| 18 | 20A | Power locks, Keyless entry |
| 19 | 15A | Trailer tow park lamps |
| 20 | 15A | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Reverse lamps, PCM |
| 21 | 20A | Heated seats |
| 22 | 20A | I/P power point |
| 23 | 10A | Front/Rear washers |
| 24 | 30A | Front wiper |
| 25 | 7.5A | Cluster, GEM |
| 26 | 10A | Interior illumination, Battery saver |
| 27 | 7.5A | Audio, Windows, GEM, Moonroof, Rear window |
| 28 | 15A | Rear wiper (on glass) |
| 29 | 20A | Audio, Rear audio |
| 30 | 25A | Seats |
| 31 | 5A | Instrument panel diroming (XLS)/Rear audio control (XLT) |
| 32 | – | Not used |
| 33 | 15A | Highbeam headlamps |
| 34 | 5A | Rear audio |
| 35 | 5A | ABS module |
| 36 | – | Not used |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2003)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50A Cartridge fuse | Fuse Panel |
| 2 | – | Not Used |
| 3 | 20A Cartridge fuse | Moonroof (if equipped) |
| 4 | – | Not Used |
| 5 | – | Not Used |
| 6 | 50A Cartridge fuse | ABS Pump Motor |
| 7 | 30A Cartridge fuse | Powertrain Control |
| 8 | – | Not Used |
| 9 | – | Not Used |
| 10 | – | Not Used |
| 11 | 50A Cartridge fuse | Ignition Switch |
| 12 | – | Not Used |
| 13 | 20A Cartridge fuse | 4X4 Motor |
| 14 | – | Not Used |
| 15 | – | Not Used |
| 16 | 40A Cartridge fuse | Blower Motor |
| 17 | 30A Cartridge fuse | Rear Defroster |
| 18 | – | Not Used |
| 19 | – | Not Used |
| 20 | – | Not Used |
| 21 | 10A Mini fuse | PCM Memory |
| 22 | 15A Mini fuse | Horn |
| 23 | 20A Mini fuse | Fuel Pump Motor |
| 24 | 25A Mini fuse | Headlamps |
| 25 | 10A Mini fuse | A/C Clutch Solenoid |
| 26 | – | Not Used |
| 27 | – | Not used |
| 28 | 30A Mini fuse | 4WABS Module |
| 29 | 15A Mini fuse | Foglamps |
| 30 | – | Not Used |
| 31 | 15A Mini fuse | Daytime Running Lamps |
| 32 | – | Not Used |
| 33 | – | Not Used |
| 34 | – | Not Used |
| 35 | – | Not Used |
| 36 | – | Not Used |
| 37 | – | Not Used |
| 38 | 10A Mini fuse | Left Low Beam |
| 39 | – | Not Used |
| 40 | – | Not Used |
| 41 | 15A Mini fuse | Heated Oxygen Sensors |
| 42 | 10A Mini fuse | Right Low Beam |
| 43 | – | Not Used |
| 44 | 2A | Speed control |
| 45A | – | Wiper Hi/Low Relay |
| 45B | – | Wiper Run/Park Relay |
| 46A | – | Not Used |
| 46B | – | Rear Wiper Relay |
| 47A | 20A CB | Windows |
| 47B | – | Not Used |
| 48 | – | Window Safety Relay |
| 49 | – | Starter Relay |
| 50A | – | Not Used |
| 50B | – | Fuel Pump Relay |
| 51 | – | Not Used |
| 52 | – | Not Used |
| 53 | – | PCM Diode |
| 54 | – | PCM Relay |
| 55 | – | Blower Relay |
| 56A | – | Horn relay |
| 56B | – | A/C clutch solenoid |
Conclusion
The Ford Explorer Sport (2001–2003) offers a compact yet capable SUV experience. Proper upkeep of its fuse boxes and relays is essential for dependable electrical operation.
