Dodge Dakota 1998 - 1997-98 ELECTRICAL Fuses & Circuit Breakers - Dakota
Dodge Dakota 1998 - IDENTIFICATION JUNCTION BLOCK
CAUTION: When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage 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.
Dodge Dakota 1998 - Fuse Load Capacities
The fuse cover decal list appropriate fuses to be used. Spare fuses are in the fuse cover. Always replace a fuse with a fuse of the same capacity. See FUSE COLOR CODE IDENTIFICATION .
Dodge Dakota 1998 FUSE COLOR CODE IDENTIFICATION
Fuse Color 5-Amp Tan 10-Amp Red 15-Amp Light Blue 20-Amp Yellow 30-Amp Green
Dodge Dakota 1998 - Locating Junction Block
The junction block is located behind the end cover at the left side of the instrument panel. See Fig. 1 .
Fig. 1: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Locating Junction Block
Dodge Dakota 1998 - Fuse & Circuit Breaker Identification
Pull the cover straight away from the instrument panel for access to the fuses. For location and identification of junction block fuses and relays, see Fig. 2 and Fig. 4 . The junction block contains blade-type mini-fuses, relays, and circuit breakers for high-current circuits. For properly rated fuse installation and circuit identification. See Fig. 3 and Fig. 5 .
Fig. 2: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Identifying Junction Block Components (1997)
Fig. 3: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Identifying Junction Block Legend (1997)
Fig. 4: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Identifying Junction Block Components (1998)
Fig. 5: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Identifying Junction Block Legend (1998)
Dodge Dakota 1998 - POWER DISTRIBUTION CENTER
CAUTION: When replacing a blown fuse, it is important to use only a fuse having the correct amperage 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.
NOTE: If you are leaving your vehicle dormant for longer than 21 days you may want to take steps to protect your battery. You may do this by disconnecting the battery or by disconnecting the Ignition-Off Draw (IOD) fuse in cavity No. 12. The IOD cavity includes a snap-in retainer that allows the fuse to be disconnected, without removing it from the fuse block. Pressing the IOD fuse back into the cavity reconnects it.
NOTE: The Junction Block also contains fuses. See JUNCTION BLOCK .
A Power Distribution Center (PDC) is located in the engine compartment. See Fig. 6 . This center contains fuses and relays for circuit that operate only under the hood. See Fig. 7 -Fig. 10 . A label which identifies these components is located on the underside of the cover. Always replace a fuse with a fuse of the same capacity. See FUSE LOAD CAPACITIES under JUNCTION BLOCK.
Fig. 6: Dodge Dakota 1998 - Component Locations - Locating Power Distribution Center