The starter doesn't have a standard fuse like a panel fuse, more commonly it has the "fusible link" a medium gauge wire going up to the starters solenoid, you can identify these by mid thickness colored wires with a black "bulge" on them. But more than likely it's probably just your starter solenoid goin out. Nope, no fuse. Direct wire from battery to starter.
It is located in the engine compartment on the passengers side firewall. the solenoid is located under the hood
check your starter or starter relay.
The airbag module for the 1997 Ford F150 is located in the passenger side kick panel below the dash. It is silver and black in coloring.
Lower rear end of engine passenger side
Location of starter on 89 ford f150
The starter on a 97 Ford F150 4.2 V6 is located on the bottom, left side of the engine. It is bolted directly to the engine's block and receives power from the battery.
On the Starter
Find the positive battery terminal. Follow the thick cable from that terminal and it will lead to the starter solenoid.
It's located on the side of the starter.
On a 1997 Ford F-150 4x4 truck, the starter solenoid is typically located on the passenger side of the engine bay, mounted on the inner fender or near the battery. It's connected to the battery with a thick cable and has smaller wires leading to the ignition switch and starter. To access it, you may need to remove some components or cover for better visibility.
Drivers side under the dash...above the fuse box
Front drivers side of engine.