2023 RAM 1500 Classic Fuses
Fuses are important parts of the 2023 RAM 1500 Classic’s complex electrical system. They are made to protect against electrical overloads and short circuits. These small but important gadgets protect the electrical parts of the car from damage. Fuses are found in the fuse box or fuse panel, which is usually in the engine area or inside the car. Fuses protect the car by stopping the flow of electricity when needed. When too much current flows through a circuit, the thin metal strip of the fuse melts, quickly breaking the circuit and stopping any damage that could have happened. By doing this, fuses make sure that the electrical systems in the 2023 RAM 1500 Classic are safe and work well. Most of the time, it’s easy to tell when a fuse has blown because the metal strip is broken or melted. When this happens, it’s easy to replace the bad fuse with one of the same grade. Most of the time, you just need simple tools like a fuse puller or needle-nose pliers. With different fuse types and grades for different parts, it’s important to follow the manufacturer’s instructions to keep the vehicle’s systems running smoothly. In conclusion, fuses are an important part of the electrical system of the 2023 RAM 1500 Classic. This shows how important they are to the vehicle’s general performance, safety, and functionality.
FUSES
General Information
WARNING!
- When replacing a blown fuse, always use an appropriate replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original fuse. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating. The use of a fuse with a rating other than indicated may result in a dangerous electrical system overload. If a properly rated fuse continues to blow, it indicates a problem in the circuit that must be corrected. Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material. Do not place a fuse inside a circuit breaker cavity or vice versa. Failure to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage.
- Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition is off and that all the other services are switched off and/or disengaged.
- If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an authorized dealer.
- If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (engine system, transmission system) or steering system blows, contact an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
If it is necessary to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the fuse box, and the windshield wiper motor with water.
The fuses protect electrical systems against excessive current. When a device does not work, you must check the fuse element inside the blade fuse for a break/melt. Also, please be aware that using power outlets for extended periods of time with the engine off may result in vehicle battery discharge.
- Fuse Element
- Blade Fuse with a good/functional fuse element
- Blade Fuse with a bad/not functional fuse element (blown fuse)
Power Distribution Center
The Power Distribution Center is located in the engine compartment near the battery. This center contains cartridge fuses, micro fuses, relays, and circuit breakers. A description of
each fuse and component may be stamped on the inside cover, otherwise the cavity number of each fuse is stamped on the inside cover that corresponds to the following chart. Power Distribution Center Location
CAUTION!
When installing the power distribution center cover, it is important to ensure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. Failure to do so may allow water to get into the power distribution center and possibly result in an electrical system failure.
Cavity | Cartridge Fuse | Micro Fuse | Description |
*If Equipped | |||
F01 | 80 Amp Black | – | Rad Fan PWM * |
F02 | – | – | Spare |
F03 | 60 Amp Yellow | – | Rad Fan HI / LO * |
F04 | – | – | Spare |
F05 | – | – | Spare |
F06 | 50 Amp Red | – | ABS Pump Mtr |
F07 | 40 Amp Green | – | Starter Solenoid |
F08 | – | 20 Amp Blue | NOx Sensor * |
F09 | – | 30 Amp Yellow | Brake Vac Pump * |
F10 | 40 Amp Green | – | CBC #2 / EXT Light * |
50 Amp Red | With Start/Stop * | ||
F11 | 30 Amp Pink | – | ITBM / TRLR Tow Brake * |
F12 | 40 Amp Green | – | CBC #3 / PWR Locks * |
F13 | 40 Amp Green | – | HVAC BLWR MTR |
F14 | 40 Amp Green | – | CBC #4 / EXT Light * |
F15 | – | – | Spare |
F16 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Smartbar * |
F17 | – | – | Spare |
F18 | – | – | Spare |
F19 | – | – | Spare |
F20 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Pass Door Mod |
F21 | 30 Amp Pink | – | DTCM |
Cavity | Cartridge Fuse | Micro Fuse | Description |
*If Equipped | |||
F22 | 20 Amp Blue | – | ECM |
F23 | 30 Amp Pink | – | CBC #1 / INT Light |
F24 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Driver Door Mod |
F25 | 30 Amp Pink | – | FT Wiper |
F26 | 30 Amp Pink | – | ABS / BSM ECU / Valves |
F27 | – | – | Spare |
F28 | 20 Amp Blue | – | TRLR Tow B/U * |
F29 | 20 Amp Blue | – | TRLR Tow Park * |
F30 | 30 Amp Pink | – | TRLR Tow * |
F31 | – | – | Spare |
F32 | – | – | Spare |
F33 | 20 Amp Blue | – | Trans * |
F34 | 30 Amp Pink | – | VSIM#2 * |
F35 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Sunroof * |
F36 | 30 Amp Pink | – | EBL * |
F37 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Fuel Heater * |
F38 | 30 Amp Pink | – | Power Inverter * |
F39 | – | – | Spare |
F40 | – | – | Spare |
F41 | – | 10 Amp Red | Act Grille Shutter * |
F42 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Horn |
F43 | – | – | Spare |
Cavity | Cartridge Fuse | Micro Fuse | Description |
*If Equipped | |||
F44 | – | 10 Amp Red | Diagnostic Port |
F45 | – | – | Spare |
F46 | – | 10 Amp Red | Upfitters * |
F47 | – | – | Spare |
F48 | – | – | Spare |
F49 | – | 10 Amp Red | IPC / SGW |
F50 | – | – | Spare |
F51 | – | 10 Amp Red | Ign Mod / KIN Mod / RF Hub |
F52 | – | 5 Amp Tan | Batt Snsr |
F53 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | TRLR Tow– Lt Turn / Stop * |
F54 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Adj Pedals * |
F55 | – | – | Spare |
F56 | – | – | Spare |
F57 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Transmission |
F58 | – | – | Spare |
F59 | – | 10 Amp Red | SCR Relay * |
F60 | – | – | Spare |
F61 | – | 10 Amp Red | PM / NH3 Sensor * |
F62 | – | 10 Amp Red | A/C Clutch |
F63 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Ignition Coils |
F64 | – | 25 Amp Clear | Fuel Injectors / PCM / ECM / SRV |
F65 | – | – | Spare |
Cavity | Cartridge Fuse | Micro Fuse | Description |
*If Equipped | |||
F66 | – | 10 Amp Red | Sunroof / LRSM |
F67 | – | 10 Amp Red | Bluetooth® / CDM * |
F68 | – | 10 Amp Red | AEB RACAM Heater |
F69 | – | – | Spare |
F70 | – | 30 Amp Green | Fuel Pump MTR |
F71 | – | 25 Amp Clear | Amplifier * |
F72 | – | – | Spare |
F73 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Fuel Transfer Pump * |
F74 | – | – | Spare |
F75 | – | 10 Amp Red | Cool Temp * / SCR Relay * |
F76 | – | 10 Amp Red | BSM / STP LP SW / EPB / ESC * |
F77 | – | 10 Amp Red | DTCM / ELSD / FAD / PTU / RDM / EGS53 TRNS RLY CNTRL |
F78 | – | 10 Amp Red | ECM / PCM / EPS |
F79 | – | – | Spare |
F80 | – | 10 Amp Red | UGDO / COMP / ITM |
F81 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | TRLR Tow RT Turn / Stop * |
F82 | – | 10 Amp Red | SCCM / Cruise Control |
F83 | – | – | Spare |
F84 | – | 15 Amp Blue | ASBM / HVAC / ICS |
F85 | – | 10 Amp Red | ORC (AIRBAG) |
Cavity | Cartridge Fuse | Micro Fuse | Description |
*If Equipped | |||
F86 | – | 10 Amp Red | ORC (AIRBAG) |
F87 | – | 10 Amp Red | Air Suspension Mod / SCCM / ITBM |
F88 | – | 15 Amp Blue | IPC |
F89 | – | – | Spare |
F90 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Power Outlet RR-BATT |
F91 | – | – | Power Outlet RR-ACC |
F92 | – | – | Spare |
F93 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Cigar Lighter * |
F94 | – | 10 Amp Red | SBW / TCASE SW |
F95 | – | 10 Amp Red | RR Cam / Park Assist * |
F96 | – | 10 Amp Red | RR Seat Heater SW * |
F97 | – | 25 Amp Clear | Rear HTD STS & HTD STR Wheel * |
F98 | – | 25 Amp Clear | Front HTD STS * |
F99 | – | 10 Amp Red | HVAC / DASM |
F100 | – | 10 Amp Red | Upfitters * |
F101 | – | – | Spare |
F102 | – | – | Spare |
F103 | – | – | Spare |
F104 | – | 20 Amp Yellow | Power Outlets IP / Console |
BULB REPLACEMENT
Replacement Bulbs, Names, And Part Numbers
In the instance a bulb needs to be replaced, this section includes bulb description and replacement part numbers. All of the inside bulbs are brass or glass-wedge base. Aluminum base bulbs are not approved.
NOTE:
See an authorized dealer for LED replacement
Interior Bulbs | |
Bulb Name | Bulb Number |
Overhead Console Lamps | TS 212–9 |
Dome Lamp | 7679 |
NOTE: For lighted switches, see an authorized dealer for replacement instructions. |
Exterior Bulbs | |
Bulb Name | Bulb Number |
Base Quad Headlamp – Low Beam | H11LL |
Base Quad Headlamp – High Beam | 9005LL |
Front Turn Signal Lamp (Base Quad Headlamp) | 3157NA |
Premium Bi Halogen Projector Headlamp – Low Beam | 9005Sl+ |
Premium Bi Halogen Projector Headlamp – High Beam | 9005LL |
Front Turn Signal Lamp (Premium Headlamp) | LED |
Fog Lamp (Horizontal shape) | 9145 |
Fog Lamp (Vertical shape) | 9006 |
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) | 921K |
Exterior Bulbs | |
Bulb Name | Bulb Number |
Rear Cargo Lamp | 921 |
Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL)/Cargo Lamp | LED |
Base Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp | 3157K |
Premium Rear Tail/Turn and Stop Lamp | LED |
Premium Backup Lamp | 7440/W21W |
Backup Lamp | 921 |
Rear License Plate Lamp | 194 |
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
BASE QUAD / PREMIUM BI-HALOGEN: LOW BEAM HEADLAMP, HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP, FRONT PARK AND TURN — IF EQUIPPED
See the following steps to replace:
- Open the hood.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
- Remove the six plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
- Remove the two plastic push-in rivets that secure the upper radiator seal to the radiator.
- Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle.
- Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws.
- Reach into the front wheel house ahead of the front wheel, remove the fastener, and lift the cover over the access hole in the front of the wheel house splash shield. Access to the rear of the lamp can be gained through this access hole.
- Reach through the access hole of the wheel house splash shield and lift the slide lock upward far enough to disengage it from the lock post on the back of the front lamp unit housing.
- Remove the headlamp assembly. Grab the outboard edge of the lamp and pull it straight forward to disengage the ball stud from the plastic grommet.
- Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.
- Replace bulb(s) as necessary.
CAUTION!
- Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
- Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the bulb socket, or the lamp wiring.
NOTE:
There are access covers over both headlamp bulb access holes in the quad front lamp unit housing (if equipped). These covers MUST be reinstalled after the bulb has been replaced.
FOG LAMPS — IF EQUIPPED
See the following steps to replace:
- Reach under and behind the front fascia/bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing.
- Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector from the fog lamp bulb.
- Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock the bulb from the housing.
- Pull the bulb straight out from the housing.
CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
REAR TAIL / STOP, TURN SIGNAL AND BACKUP LAMPS
See the following steps to replace:
- Remove the two screws that pass through the bed sheet metal.
- Pull the outboard side of the lamp rearward far enough to unsnap the two receptacles on the outboard side of the lamp housing from the two plastic snap post retainers in the outer box side panel.
- Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.
- Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock it from the housing.
- Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
- CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result.
- CAUTION!
- Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing.
CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) WITH CARGO LAMP
See the following steps to replace:
- Remove the two screws holding the housing/lens to the body as shown.
- Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring harness to the body.
- Turn the desired bulb socket a quarter turn and remove the socket and bulb from the housing.
- Pull the desired bulb straight from the socket.
- CAUTION!
Do not contaminate the bulb glass by touching it with your fingers or by allowing it to contact other oily surfaces. Shortened bulb life will result. - Outside Bulbs: Cargo Lamps
- Inside Bulb: Center High Mounted Stop Lamp
- CAUTION!
- Reverse the procedure for the installation of bulbs and housing.
FAQ
A1: Fuses are safety devices that protect electrical circuits by breaking the circuit if an overload or short circuit occurs.
A2: The fuses are typically located in the fuse box or fuse panel, often found in the engine compartment and/or interior of the vehicle.
A3: Fuses have a thin metal strip that melts when an excessive current flows through it, breaking the circuit and preventing damage to components.
A4: Fuses can blow due to overloads, short circuits, or electrical issues, preventing damage to the vehicle’s electrical system.
A5: A blown fuse often has a visibly broken or melted metal strip, and the associated component may not work properly.
A6: Yes, replacing a blown fuse is a simple task that can be done by carefully removing the old fuse and inserting a new one of the same rating.
A7: Typically, you’ll need a fuse puller or a pair of needle-nose pliers to remove the old fuse and a replacement fuse of the correct rating.
A8: The correct fuse rating is often indicated in the owner’s manual or on the fuse box cover.
A9: Yes, there are various types of fuses, including blade-type fuses and mini fuses, which have different shapes and sizes.
A10: No, using a higher-rated fuse can lead to circuit damage and potential fire hazards. Always replace fuses with the correct rating.
A11: Regular visual inspections of fuses can help identify blown ones. Replace as needed or when a component isn’t functioning properly.
A12: Yes, most vehicles include spare fuses in the fuse box for quick replacements.
A13: Yes, fuses protect critical systems like lights, power windows, audio, and more in the 2023 RAM 1500 Classic.
A14: Common signs include non-functional lights, accessories, or components that suddenly stop working.
A15: Yes, the owner’s manual provides important information about fuse locations, ratings, and functions.
Useful Link
View Full PDF: 2023 RAM 1500 Classic | Auto User Guide
2023 RAM 1500 Classic Maintenance Schedule Guide