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2022 RAM 1500 Classic Fuses Instruction Guide

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2022 RAM 1500 Classic Fuses

Fuses are an important part of the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic that keeps the electrical systems safe. These small devices are very important for avoiding electrical overloads and damage to different parts of a vehicle. The RAM 1500 Classic’s electrical circuits are safe and work well because these safety features are kept in the fuse box, which is carefully placed inside the car. Fuses are made to stop the flow of electricity when there is too much power in a circuit. This interruption keeps parts from being harmed by an electrical overload, which could hurt the car’s complex systems. The fuses in the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic have different amperage ratings, which show how much electrical power they can handle. Owners can easily check for blown fuses and repair them if they can get to the fuse box. The state of each fuse can be seen by looking at it. A fuse that has blown will usually have a broken wire inside. To replace a blown fuse, you just need to do a few simple things and follow the instructions in the owner’s guidebook. In the RAM 1500 Classic, the fuses are separated by what they protect, such as the lights, music, power windows, and more. It’s best to use original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or real replacement fuses to make sure they work well and keep the vehicle’s electrical system in good shape. In short, the fuses in the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic protect its electrical systems from damage and make sure that everything works smoothly.

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.

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  1. Fuse Element
  2. Blade Fuse with a good/functional fuse element
  3. 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.

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.

Power Distribution Center Location

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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 40 Amp Green ABS Pump Mtr
F07 40 Amp Green Starter Solenoid
F08 Spare
F09 Spare
F10 40 Amp Green CBC #2 / EXT Light *
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 Spare
F17 Spare
F18 Spare
F19 Spare
F20 30 Amp Pink Pass Door Mod
F21 30 Amp Pink DTCM
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 Spare
F34 Spare
F35 30 Amp Pink Sunroof *
F36 30 Amp Pink EBL *
F37 Spare
F38 30 Amp Pink Power Inverter *
F39 Spare
F40 Spare
F41 10 Amp Red Act Grille Shutter *
F42 20 Amp Yellow Horn
F43 Spare
F44 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Port
F45 Spare
F46 10 Amp Red Upfitters *
F47 Spare
F48 Spare
F49 10 Amp Red ICS / HVAC
F50 Spare
F51 10 Amp Red Ign Mod
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 Spare
F60 Spare
F61 Spare
F62 10 Amp Red A/C Clutch
F63 20 Amp Yellow Ignition Coils
F64 25 Amp Clear Fuel Injectors / PCM
F65 Spare
F66 10 Amp Red Sunroof / LRSM
F67 10 Amp Red Bluetooth® / CDM *
F68 Spare
F69 Spare
F70 30 Amp Green Fuel Pump MTR
F71 25 Amp Clear Amplifier *
F72 Spare
F73 Spare
F74 20 Amp Yellow Vac Pump *
F75 10 Amp Red Cool Temp *
F76 10 Amp Red BSM / Stp LP SW / EPB / ESC *
F77 10 Amp Red DTCM / ELSD / PTU / RDM
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 ICS
F85 10 Amp Red ORC (AIRBAG)
F86 10 Amp Red ORC (AIRBAG)
F87 10 Amp Red TT / SCCM
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 Spare
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

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

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
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:

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the six plastic push-in fasteners that secure the upper radiator seal to the grille support and both fender ledges.
  4. Remove the two plastic push-in rivets that secure the upper radiator seal to the radiator.
  5. Remove the upper radiator seal from the vehicle.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-3
  6. Remove the two headlamp assembly attachment screws.
  7. 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.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-4
  8. 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.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-5
  9. 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.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-6
  10. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.
  11. 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:

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  1. Reach under and behind the front fascia/ bumper to access the back of the front fog lamp housing.
  2. Disconnect the fog lamp wiring harness connector from the fog lamp bulb.
  3. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock the bulb from the housing.
  4. 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:

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  1. Remove the two screws that pass through the bed sheet metal.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-9
  2. 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.
  3. Disconnect the wiring harness connectors from the bulb socket.
  4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise a quarter turn to unlock it from the housing.
  5. 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.
  6. Reverse the procedure to install the bulb and housing.

CENTER HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP (CHMSL) WITH CARGO LAMP

See the following steps to replace:

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  1. Remove the two screws holding the housing/ lens to the body as shown.2022-RAM-1500-Classic-Fuses-fig-11
  2. Separate the connector holding the housing and wiring harness to the body.
  3. Turn the desired bulb socket a quarter turn and remove the socket and bulb from housing.
  4. 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
  5. Reverse the procedure for the installation of bulbs and housing.

FAQ

Q1: What are fuses in the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic?

A1: Fuses are safety devices designed to protect the vehicle’s electrical systems by interrupting the circuit in case of an electrical overload.

Q2: Where are the fuses located in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A2: The fuse box in the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic is typically located in the engine compartment or interior cabin, depending on the circuit being protected.

Q3: How do I access the fuse box in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A3: Consult the owner’s manual for specific instructions on accessing the fuse box in your RAM 1500 Classic model.

Q4: What do different fuse colors indicate?

A4: Fuse colors can vary, but generally, a fuse’s color indicates its amperage rating, which determines the amount of current it can handle before blowing.

Q5: What size fuses are used in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A5: The size and amperage of fuses used in the 2022 RAM 1500 Classic can vary based on the circuit they protect. Refer to the owner’s manual for specific details.

Q6: How do I know if a fuse has blown in my RAM 1500 Classic?

A6: If a fuse has blown, the electrical component it protects may not work. A visual inspection can help identify a blown fuse by looking for a broken wire inside the fuse.

Q7: Can I replace a blown fuse myself in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A7: Yes, replacing a blown fuse is a relatively simple task. Follow the instructions in the owner’s manual to ensure you’re using the correct fuse and procedure.

Q8: What tools do I need to replace a fuse in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A8: Generally, you’ll only need your hands or a pair of pliers to remove and replace a fuse. Refer to the owner’s manual for any specific tool recommendations.

Q9: Are there spare fuses provided in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A9: The RAM 1500 Classic may come equipped with a fuse kit that includes spare fuses. Check your vehicle’s accessories for this kit.

Q10: Can I replace a blown fuse with one of a higher amperage?

A10: No, it’s not recommended to replace a blown fuse with a higher amperage one. Always use a fuse with the specified amperage rating to prevent electrical damage.

Q11: Is it common for fuses to blow in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A11: Fuses can blow due to electrical overloads or other issues, but it’s not uncommon. Regular inspections and proper maintenance can help prevent frequent fuse blows.

Q12: Are there different types of fuses used in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A12: Yes, there are different types of fuses, including blade fuses and mini fuses. Refer to the owner’s manual to identify the appropriate type for your vehicle.

Q13: Are there any fuses related to specific systems in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A13: Yes, fuses are often grouped by the systems they protect, such as the lighting system, audio system, power windows, and more.

Q14: Can I use aftermarket fuses in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A14: It’s recommended to use genuine or OEM replacement fuses to ensure compatibility and proper protection for the vehicle’s electrical systems.

Q15: Are there any precautions I should take when replacing fuses in the RAM 1500 Classic?

A15: Always disconnect the battery before replacing fuses to prevent electrical shock or damage. Replace fuses with the ignition off.

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