electrical issues / 2002 Ranger

[jwh f-100]

I have a 10amp fuse that continues to blow. When it blows the air bag light comes on, the reverse lights do not work, the heater does not work, and it will not shift into over-drive.. Thoughts??

It is a 2002, 4x4, auto, excab, 4.0L

Thanks!!!!!

 

[Earl43P]

First thing I'd do is disconnect the heater blower and see if the fuse stops blowing.

Then, inspect/replace the blower motor resistor block and its connector and possibly replace the blower itself.

Does the blower run in all speeds?

 

[Sasquatch_Ryda]

It blows instantly or when you switch something on?

 

[jwh f-100]

Thanks for the replies guys.

It turns out it was a short in the column. I was helping a co-worker with this. He took it to a repair shop before I could try a few things..