I would suspect this is the wrong fuse for this circuit. If it is getting hot it is carrying too much of a load.
In the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) in the engine compartment : Mini fuse # 1 is a 30 amp fuse for the PCM relay Mini fuse # 2 is a 10 amp fuse for the PCM and front electronics module Mini fuse # 5 is a 15 amp fuse for the PCM and fuel pump motor
I was looking at the 1996 Ford Ranger Owner Guide and it shows : ( mini fuse # 16 is a 30 amp fuse for the front wiper )
On a 1998 Ford Ranger : In the fuse panel IN the drivers end of the dash ( # 8 is a 10 amp mini fuse for the right headlamp and fog lamp relay -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------In the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) located in the engine compartment ( # 8 is a 30 amp mini fuse for the Powertrain Control Module / PCM relay
The maximum amperage capacity of a 30 amp fuse box is 30 amps.
According to the 1997 Ford Explorer owners manual : The # 1 fuse located in the passenger compartment fuse panel ( you can see the fuse panel cover when you open the drivers door, the fuse panel is located in the drivers end of the dash ) is a 7.5 amp mini fuse for the power mirror and power antenna. Also, in the Power Distribution Box (located in the engine compartment near the brake fluid reservoir) the # 1 maxi fuse is a 30 amp fuse for the rear window defrost and the # 1 mini fuse is a 30 amp fuse for the JBL sound system.
There is a fuse that is common to all 3 things : # 3 / 7.5 amp mini-fuse / Power mirrors , memory seats and pedals -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- also , for your information , # 108 / 30 amp cartridge fuse / passenger power seat and # 109 / 30 amp cartridge fuse / driver power seat , adjustable pedals
Not a good thing to do! If you are blowing 10 amp fuses, you have a problem with that circuit. Putting a 30 amp fuse in its place can do more damage.
A 30 amp fuse is required.
A 30 amp fuse wire typically has a diameter of around 0.08 inches (2 millimeters).
In your power distribution box in your engine compartment ( use caution - PD BOX is " LIVE " ) mini fuse - # 3 - is a 30 amp fuse for the " HEATED BACKLIGHT "
On a 2003 Lincoln Navigator : Fuse # 29 is a 30 amp mini fuse for the trailer tow electric brake controller , trailer tow 7 wire connector ( electric brake )
The 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS fuse box requires a 20 amp fuse for the taillights. A 30 amp fuse can be used when a 20 amp fuse is not available.