Re: [DML] 15 Amp Fuse?

[Soma576@xxxxxxx]

In a message dated 5/1/04 2:52:44 PM Central Daylight Time, 
johnnysher1@xxxxxxx writes:


> I'm currently relaciing all of the fuses and found a blue 15A in the 
> Reverse Lamps socket, (#16).  Shouldn't it be a 10A, or does it 
> matter as long as it's 10A or more?
> 
> Johnny
> 5518

Johnny,

the idea of a fuse is that if the power going thru the fuse exceeds that 
fuse's rating, then it is supposed to self-destruct, breaking the circuit, and not 
allow that extra amperage to the rest of the car.  the reason is that the 
electrics being powered through that circuit COULD be damaged by higher amperage, 
such as if you shorted the power wire to the frame or some other similar 
accident.  by having a 15 amp fuse, you are telling the car 'even though the parts 
being supplied by this fuse are damaged by more than 10 amps, i will allow 
those parts to get 15 amps if it is demaded (by a short or spike)'. you should 
replace the 15 with a 10 amp (as specified) to be safe and protect against 
damage.  always replace fuses with EQUALLY rated fuses.  a fire in your car would 
really ruin your day.

Andy


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