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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1986AEROSTAR V6-183 3.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWER AND GROUND DISTRIBUTIONCIRCUIT BREAKERTESTING AND INSPECTION
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0L
Circuit Breaker: Testing and Inspection
1986 Ford Aerostar V6-183 3.0LSECTION Testing and Inspection
The 6 amp circuit breaker is located in the fuse panel. Two separate tests are necessary to check for correct circuit breaker operation. Remove circuit breaker from fuse panel and connect tester leads to circuit breaker.
Test 1
1. Short tester leads together and adjust current draw until it equals circuit breaker rating.
2. Connect circuit breaker to tester.
3. Leave circuit breaker connected to tester for ten minutes, holding current reading on tester at rated current. If circuit breaker opens before ten minutes has elapsed, replace circuit breaker.
Test 2
1. Short tester leads together and adjust current draw until it is twice the rated current.
2. Connect circuit breaker to tester, holding current reading on tester at twice the rated current.
3. If tester reading does not drop to zero within 30 seconds, replace circuit breaker.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.