on the left side ,under steer wheel , it is number 20 and requires a 5 amp fuse
the fuse is in the dash behind the overdrive switch
try one of these- I found the manual for my 2003 after much searching http://vehicleownersmanuals.blogspot.com/ https://www.fleet.ford.com/maintenance/owners_manuals/default.asp
The fuse for the overdrive trans and backup lamps is a 10 amp fuse located in position number 27. If it is blown you will also have no backup lights.
do not work left side trailer lamp
It's inside the air bag module and can't be replaced.
The 1997 Ford Explorer power window fuse can be found in the fuse box. The location of the fuse will be listed on the inside cover of the fuse box.
In a chilton manual at your local auto parts store
in the under hood fuse pannel it is a 30 amp mega fuse I believe it is the forth one down on the passanger side of the fuse pannel
Check the fuse.
# 27 is a 15 amp fuse for the cigarette lighter in a 1997 Ford Contour ( in the interior fuse panel )
In a 1997 Ford Crown Victoria : Fuse ( # 16 ) is a 20 amp fuse for the cigarette lighter
it is located on the fender wall right beside the battery.