Discover the Ford Escape (2001-2004) fuse box and relay locations with detailed diagrams. Maintain reliable operation of electrical components with this guide.
The Ford Escape (2001-2004) is a compact SUV designed to provide practicality and versatility for urban and off-road driving. It features a five-door body style, offering seating for up to five passengers and ample cargo space, making it ideal for families and individuals seeking utility in a smaller footprint. With its rugged design, available all-wheel drive, and efficient engine options, the Escape balances style, capability, and functionality.
The Escape’s electrical system relies on its fuse box and relay system to manage and protect various components. The main fuse box, located in the engine compartment near the battery, safeguards critical systems such as the headlights, ignition, and cooling fans. A secondary fuse box is positioned under the dashboard on the driver’s side, controlling interior features like power windows, audio systems, and cabin lighting. Relays, housed alongside the fuses, regulate high-power systems like the fuel pump and air conditioning. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components are essential for uninterrupted operation.
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(2001-2004) Ford Escape fuse box and relay with Diagram
WARNING
- Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
- A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
- On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
- If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
- Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.
Ford Escape 2001-2004 fuse assignment
Ford Escape Year of production: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel:
The fuse panel is located on the left hand side kick panel. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses.
Power Distribution Box:
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
Fuse Box Diagrams
2001
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2001)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Canister Vent Control Solenoid |
| 2 | 5A | Blower Relay (coil), Rear Defrost Relay (coil), Pressure Switch to PCM |
| 3 | 10A | Rear Wiper Motor, Rear Washer Motor, Rear Wiper Relay (coil) |
| 4 | 10A | Four Wheel Drive Control Module, Cluster (Restraints Control Warning) |
| 5 | 5A | ABS Unit (EVAC & FILL), ASC Unit, Restraints Control Module, ASC Main SW to ASC Unit |
| 6 | 10A | Flasher Unit, Left reversing Lamp, Right Reversing Lamp |
| 7 | 10A | Passive Anti-theft Transceiver (PATS), Restraints Control Module |
| 8 | 10A | Cluster, Shift Lock Relay (coil), O/D signal to PCM |
| 9 | 3A | PCM Relay (coil), Fan Relay 1, 2, 3 (coil), A/C Relay (coil) |
| 10 | 20A | Front Wiper Motor, Front Washer Motor, INT Relay |
| 11 | 10A | IGN Relay (coil), ACC Relay (coil), Starter Relay (coil), Key Interlock Solenoid, GEM |
| 12 | 5A | Radio, Clock |
| 13 | – | Not Used |
| 14 | 20A | Cigar Lighter |
| 15 | 15A | Left Front Position Lamp, Right Front Position Lamp, Left License Lamp, Right License Lamp, Left Tail Lamp, Right Tail Lamp, Park Lamp Relay (coil), Trailer Fuse, Illumination Fuse |
| 16 | 10A | Cluster, Power Mirror, GEM |
| 17 | 15A | Sun Roof Motor |
| 18 | 5A | Illumination for: Cluster, Heater Unit, Radio, Hazard Switch, Rear Defrost Switch, 4WD Switch, Front Fog Switch |
| 19 | 10A | Subwoofer Amp |
| 20 | 15A | Left/Right Turn Indicators, Left/Right Front Side Turn Lamps, Left/Right Front turn Lamps, Left/Right Rear Turn Lamps, Left/Right Trailer Turn, Flasher Unit |
| 21 | 10A | Left /Right Trailer Position Lamps |
| 22 | 15A | Not Used |
| 23 | 15A | Left/Right Horn |
| 24 | 15A | Left/Right Stoplamps, High Mounted Stoplamp, Left/Right Trailer Stoplamp, ABS Unit, ASC Unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift Solenoid |
| 25 | 30A | Power Window Motor – Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear |
| 26 | 30A | Power Door Lock Motor – Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, GEM (Door Lock Relay Coil), Power Seat |
| 27 | 10A | Audio, Cluster, Interior Lamp, Map Lamp Cargo Lamp |
| ACC | – | Accessory Relay |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2001)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Horn | 15A | Horn |
| H/L LH | 15A* | Headlamp (High/Low Left, High Beams) |
| H/LRH | 15A* | Headlamp (High/Low Right, High Beams) |
| EEC | 5A* | EEC (KPWR) |
| HEGO | 15A* | HEGO 1,2, CMS 1,2, VMV |
| FUEL | 20A* | Fuel Pump, EEC (FPM) |
| DIODE | – | – |
| DIODE | – | – |
| H/L RELAY MICRO | – | Headlamp (High/Low, Right/Left Relay) |
| – | – | – |
| INJ | 30A** | EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAF, IAC, Bulkhead |
| MAIN | 120A | Main |
| ALT | 15A* | Alternator/ Regulator |
| (DRL) | 15A* | DRL Unit (feed), DRL Relay |
| (DRLZ) (HELV) | 15A* (DRLZ) 10A (HLEV) | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module, HLEV |
| PWR 1 | 15A* | Auxiliary Power Point |
| FOG | 20A* | Foglamps RH/LH, Foglamp Indicator |
| A/C | 15A* | A/C Clutch |
| (ABS) | 25A* | Anti-Lock Brake System SOL |
| PWR 2 | 15A* | Auxiliary Power Point |
| IG MAIN | 40A** | Starter |
| HTR | 40A** | Blower Motor, Blower Motor Relay |
| BTN 1 | 40A** | JB – Acc. Relay, Radio, Clock, Cigar Lighter, Cluster, Power Mirror, GEM |
| (ABS) | 60A** | Anti-Lock Brake System Motor |
| BTN 2 | 40A** | JB – Radio, CD Changer, Cluster, Dome Lamps, Map Lamps, Cargo Lamps |
| MAIN FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Main Fan |
| R DEF | 30A** | Rear Defroster |
| ADD FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Add Fan |
| EEC MAIN ISO | – | EEC Relay |
| FUEL PUMP ISO | – | Fuel Pump Relay |
| MAIN FAN ISO | – | Low Speed Fan Control Relay (2.0L Engine) High Speed Fan Control Relay 1 (3.0L Engine) |
| ADD FAN ISO | – | High Speed Fan Control Relay 1 (2.0L Engine) Low Speed Fan Control Relay (3.0L Engine) |
| DEF RELAY ISO | – | Rear Defroster Relay |
| ST RELAY ISO | – | Starter Relay |
| ADD FAN 2 ISO | – | High Speed Fan Control Relay 2 (3.0L Engine) Médium Speed Fan Control Relay (2.0L Engine) |
| FOG RELAY MICRO | – | Foglamp Relay |
| A/C RELAY MICRO | – | A/C Clutch Relay |
2002
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2002)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Canister Vent Control Solenoid |
| 2 | 5A | Blower Relay (coil), Rear Defrost Relay (coil), Pressure Switch to PCM |
| 3 | 10A | Rear Wiper Motor, Rear Washer Motor, Rear Wiper Relay (coil) |
| 4 | 10A | Four Wheel Drive Control Module, Cluster (Restraints Control Warning) |
| 5 | 5A | ABS Unit (EVAC & FILL), ASC Unit, Restraints Control Module, ASC Main SW to ASC Unit |
| 6 | 10A | Flasher Unit, Left reversing Lamp, Right Reversing Lamp |
| 7 | 10A | Passive Anti-theft Transceiver (PATS), Restraints Control Module |
| 8 | 10A | Cluster, Shift Lock Relay (coil), O/D signal to PCM |
| 9 | 3A | PCM Relay (coil), Fan Relay 1, 2, 3 (coil), A/C Relay (coil) |
| 10 | 20A | Front Wiper Motor, Front Washer Motor, INT Relay |
| 11 | 10A | IGN Relay (coil), ACC Relay (coil), Starter Relay (coil), Key Interlock Solenoid, GEM |
| 12 | 5A | Radio, Clock |
| 13 | – | Not Used |
| 14 | 20A | Cigar Lighter |
| 15 | 15A | Left Front Position Lamp, Right Front Position Lamp, Left License Lamp, Right License Lamp, Left Tail Lamp, Right Tail Lamp, Park Lamp Relay (coil), Trailer Fuse, Illumination Fuse |
| 16 | 10A | Cluster, Power Mirror, GEM |
| 17 | 15A | Sun Roof Motor |
| 18 | 5A | Illumination for: Cluster, Heater Unit, Radio, Hazard Switch, Rear Defrost Switch, 4WD Switch, Front Fog Switch |
| 19 | 10A | Subwoofer Amp |
| 20 | 15A | Left/Right Turn Indicators, Left/Right Front Side Turn Lamps, Left/Right Front turn Lamps, Left/Right Rear Turn Lamps, Left/Right Trailer Turn, Flasher Unit |
| 21 | 10A | Left /Right Trailer Position Lamps |
| 22 | 15A | Not Used |
| 23 | 20A | Left/Right Horn |
| 24 | 15A | Left/Right Stoplamps, High Mounted Stoplamp, Left/Right Trailer Stoplamp, ABS Unit, ASC Unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift Solenoid |
| 25 | 30A | Power Window Motor – Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear |
| 26 | 30A | Power Door Lock Motor – Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, GEM (Door Lock Relay Coil), Power Seat |
| 27 | 10A | Audio, Cluster, Interior Lamp, Map Lamp Cargo Lamp |
| ACC | – | Accessory Relay |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2002)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Horn | 15A | Horn |
| H/LLH | 15A* | Headlamp (High/Low Left, High Beams) |
| H/LRH | 15A* | Headlamp (High/Low Right, High Beams) |
| EEC | 5A* | EEC (KPWR) |
| HEGO | 15A* | HEGO 1,2, CMS 1,2, VMV |
| FUEL | 20A* | Fuel Pump, EEC (FPM) |
| DIODE | – | – |
| DIODE | – | – |
| H/L RELAY MICRO | – | Headlamp (High/Low, Right/Left Relay) |
| – | – | – |
| INJ | 30A** | EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAE, IAC, Bulkhead |
| MAIN | 120A | Main |
| ALT | 15A* | Alternator/ Regulator |
| (DRL) | 15A* | DRL Unit (feed), DRL Relay |
| (DRLZ) (HLEV) | 15A* (DRLZ) 10A (HLEV) | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Module, HLEV |
| PWR 1 | 15A* | Auxiliary Power Point |
| FOG | 20A* | Foglamps RH/LH, Foglamp Indicator |
| MG | 15A* | A/C Clutch |
| (ABS) | 25A* | Anti-Lock Brake System SOL |
| PWR 2 | 15A* | Auxiliary Power Point |
| IG MAIN | 40A** | Starter |
| HTR | 40A** | Blower Motor, Blower Motor Relay |
| BTN 1 | 40A** | JB – Acc. Relay, Radio, Clock, Cigar Lighter, Cluster, Power Mirror, GEM |
| (ABS) | 60A** | Anti-Lock Brake System Motor |
| BTN 2 | 40A** | JB – Radio, CD Changer, Cluster, Dome Lamps, Map Lamps, Cargo Lamps |
| MAIN FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Main Fan |
| R DEF | 30A** | Rear Defroster |
| ADD FAN | 40A**(2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Add Fan |
| EEC MAIN ISO | – | EEC Relay |
| FUEL PUMP ISO | – | Fuel Pump Relay |
| MAIN FAN ISO | – | Low Speed Fan Control Relay (2.0L Engine) High Speed Fan Control Relay 1 (3.0L Engine) |
| ADD FAN ISO | – | High Speed Fan Control Relay 1 (2.0L Engine) Low Speed Fan Control Relay (3.0L Engine) |
| DEF RELAY ISO | – | Rear Defroster Relay |
| ST RELAY ISO | – | Starter Relay |
| ADD FAN 2 ISO | – | High Speed Fan Control Relay 2 (3.0L Engine) Médium Speed Fan Control Relay (2.0L Engine) |
| FOG RELAY MICRO | – | Foglamp Relay |
| A/C RELAY MICRO | – | A/C Clutch Relay |
2003
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2003)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Canister vent control solenoid |
| 2 | 5A | Blower relay (coil), Pressure switch to PCM |
| 3 | 10A | Rear wiper motor, Rear washer motor, Rear wiper relay (coil) |
| 4 | 10A | Four-wheel drive control module, Cluster (restraints control warning) |
| 5 | 5A | ABS unit (EVAC & FILL), ASC unit, Restraints Control Module (RCM), ASC main SW to ASC unit, Clock spring switch |
| 6 | 10A | Flasher unit, Reversing lamps, Park Aid Module (PAM) |
| 7 | 10A | Passive Anti-theft Transceiver (PATS), RCM, EEC fuse |
| 8 | 10A | Cluster, Shift lock relay (coil), O/D signal to PCM, GEM, E/C autolamp mirror |
| 9 | 3A | PCM relay (coil), Fan relay 1, 2, 3 (coil), A/C relay (coil) |
| 10 | 20A | Front wiper motor, Front washer motor |
| 11 | 10A | ACC relay (coil), Key interlock solenoid, GEM |
| 12 | 5A | Radio |
| 13 | – | Not used |
| 14 | 20A | Cigar lighter |
| 15 | 15A | Park lamp relay, Front position lamps, License lamps, Tail lamps, Park lamp relay (coil), Trailer fuse, Illumination fuse |
| 16 | 10A | Cluster, Power mirror, GEM, Heated seats |
| 17 | 15A | Sun roof motor |
| 18 | 5A | Illumination for: Cluster, Heater unit, Radio, Hazard switch, Rear defrost switch, 4WD switch, Front fog switch |
| 19 | 10A | Subwoofer amp |
| 20 | 15A | Turn Indicators, Front Side Turn Lamps, Front turn lamps, Rear turn lamps, Trailer turn, Flasher unit |
| 21 | 10A | Trailer position lamps |
| 22 | 15A | Not used |
| 23 | 20A | Horn relay |
| 24 | 15A | Stoplamps, High mounted stoplamp, Trailer stoplamp, ABS unit, ASC unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift solenoid |
| 25 | 30A | Power window motors |
| 26 | 30A | Power door lock motors, GEM (door lock relay coil), Power seat, 4WD relay |
| 27 | 10A | GEM, Audio, Cluster, Interior lamp, Map lamp, Cargo lamp, Datalink connector |
| ACC | – | Accessory relay |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2003)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Horn | 15A | Horn |
| H/L LH | 15A* | Headlamp (high/low left, High beams) |
| H/LRH | 15A* | Headlamp (high/low right, High beams) |
| EEC | 5A* | EEC (KPWR) |
| HEGO | 15A* | HEGO 1,2, CMS 1,2, VMV |
| FUEL | 20A* | Fuel pump, EEC (FPM) |
| DIODE | – | – |
| DIODE | – | – |
| H/L RELAY MICRO | – | Headlamp (high/low, right/left relay) |
| HTD SEATS | 30A | Heated seats (if equipped) |
| INJ | 30A** | EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAE, IAC, Bulkhead, HEGO fuse |
| MAIN | 120A | Main |
| ALT | 15A* | Alternator/ Regulator |
| (DRL) | 15A* | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) unit (feed), DRL relay |
| (DRL2) (HLEV) | 15A*(DRL2) 10A (HLEV) | DRL module, HLEV |
| PWR 1 | 15A* | Auxiliary power point |
| FOG | 20A* | Foglamps, Foglamp indicator |
| A/C | 15A* | A/C clutch |
| (ABS) | 25A* | Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) SOL, EVAC & FILL |
| PWR 2 | 15A* | Auxiliary power point |
| IG MAIN | 40A** | Starter |
| HTR | 40A** | Blower motor, Blower motor relay |
| BTN 1 | 40A** | JB – Accessory relay, Radio, TNS relay, Cigar lighter, Cluster, Power mirror, GEM, Accessory delay relay, Power Windows, Power moonroof |
| (ABS) | 60A** | ABS motor, EVAC & FILL |
| BTN 2 | 40A** | JB – Radio, CD changer, Cluster, Dome lamps, Map lamps, Cargo lamps, Horn relay, GEM, Power locks, Speed control |
| MAIN FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Main fan |
| R DEF | 30A** | Rear defroster |
| ADD FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Add fan |
| EEC MAIN ISO | – | EEC relay |
| FUEL PUMP ISO | – | Fuel pump relay |
| MAIN FAN ISO | – | Low-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine) High-speed fan control relay 1 (3.0L engine) |
| ADD FAN ISO | – | High-speed fan control relay 1 (2.0L engine) Low-speed fan control relay (3.0L engine) |
| DEF RELAY ISO | – | Rear defroster relay |
| ST RELAY ISO | – | Starter relay |
| ADD FAN 2 ISO | – | High-speed fan control relay 2 (3.0L engine) Medium-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine) |
| FOG RELAY MICRO | – | Foglamp relay |
| A/C RELAY MICRO | – | A/C clutch relay |
2004
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
List of fuses in the passenger compartment fuse panel (2004)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5A | Canister vent control solenoid |
| 2 | 5A | Blower relay (coil), Pressure switch to PCM |
| 3 | 10A | Rear wiper motor, Rear washer motor, Rear wiper relay (coil) |
| 4 | 10A | Four-wheel drive control module, Cluster (restraints control warning) |
| 5 | 5A | ABS unit (EVAC & FILL), ASC unit, Restraints Control Module (RCM), ASC main SW to ASC unit, Clock spring switch |
| 6 | 10A | Flasher unit, Reversing lamps, Park Aid Module (PAM) |
| 7 | 10A | Passive Anti-theft Transceiver (PATS), RCM, EEC fuse |
| 8 | 10A | Cluster, Shift lock relay (coil), O/D signal to PCM, GEM, E/C autolamp mirror |
| 9 | 3A | PCM relay (coil), Fan relay 1, 2, 3 (coil), A/C relay (coil) |
| 10 | 20A | Front wiper motor, Front washer motor |
| 11 | 10A | ACC relay (coil), Key interlock solenoid, GEM |
| 12 | 5A | Radio |
| 13 | – | Not used |
| 14 | 20A | Cigar lighter |
| 15 | 15A | Park lamp relay, Front position lamps, License lamps, Tail lamps, Park lamp relay (coil), Trailer fuse, Illumination fuse |
| 16 | 10A | Cluster, Power mirror, GEM, Heated seats |
| 17 | 15A | Sun roof motor |
| 18 | 5A | Illumination for: Cluster, Heater unit, Radio, Hazard switch, Rear defrost switch, 4WD switch, Front fog switch |
| 19 | 10A | Subwoofer amp |
| 20 | 15A | Turn Indicators, Front Side Turn Lamps, Front turn lamps, Rear turn lamps, Trailer turn, Flasher unit |
| 21 | 10A | Trailer position lamps |
| 22 | 15A | Not used |
| 23 | 20A | Horn relay |
| 24 | 15A | Stoplamps, High mounted stoplamp, Trailer stoplamp, ABS iinit, ASC unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift solenoid |
| 25 | 30A | Power window motors |
| 26 | 30A | Power door lock motors, GEM (door lock relay coil), Power seat, 4WD relay |
| 27 | 10A | GEM, Audio, Cluster, Interior lamp, Map lamp, Cargo lamp, Datalink connector |
| ACC | – | Accessory relay |
Power Distribution Box
List of fuses in the power distribution box (2004)
| № | A | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Horn | 15A | Horn |
| H/LLH | 15A* | Headlamp (high/low left, High beams) |
| H/LRH | 15A* | Headlamp (high/low right, High beams) |
| EEC | 5A* | EEC (KPWR) |
| HEGO | 15A* | HEGO 1, 2, CMS 1, 2, VMV |
| FUEL | 20A* | Fuel pump, EEC (FPM) |
| DIODE | – | – |
| DIODE | – | – |
| H/L RELAY MICRO | – | Headlamp (high/low, right/left relay) |
| HTD SEATS | 30A | Heated seats (if equipped) |
| INJ | 30A** | EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAF, IAC, Bulkhead, HEGO fuse |
| MAIN | 120A | Main |
| ALT | 15A* | Alternator/ Regulator |
| (DRL) | 15A* | Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) unit (feed), DRL relay |
| (DRL2) (HLEV) | 15A*(DRL2) 10A (HLEV) | DRL module, HLEV |
| PWR 1 | 15A* | Auxiliary power point |
| FOG | 20A* | Foglamps, Foglamp indicator |
| A/C | 15A* | A/C clutch |
| (ABS) | 25A* | Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) SOL, EVAC & FILL |
| PWR 2 | 15A* | Auxiliary power point |
| IG MAIN | 40A** | Starter |
| HTR | 40A** | Blower motor, Blower motor relay |
| BTN 1 | 40A** | JB – Accessory relay, Radio, TNS relay, Cigar lighter, Cluster, Power mirror, GEM, Accessory delay relay, Power Windows, Power moonroof |
| (ABS) | 60A** | ABS motor, EVAC & FILL |
| BTN 2 | 40A** | JB – Radio, CD changer, Cluster, Dome lamps, Map lamps, Cargo lamps, Horn relay, GEM, Power locks, Speed control |
| MAIN FAN | 40A** (2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Main fan |
| R DEF | 30A** | Rear defroster |
| ADD FAN | 40A**(2.0 L) 50A (3.0 L) | Add fan |
| EEC MAIN ISO | – | EEC relay |
| FUEL PUMP ISO | – | Fuel pump relay |
| MAIN FAN ISO | – | Low-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine) High-speed fan control relay 1 (3.0L engine) |
| ADD FAN ISO | – | High-speed fan control relay 1 (2.0L engine) Low-speed fan control relay (3.0L engine) |
| DEF RELAY ISO | – | Rear defroster relay |
| ST RELAY ISO | – | Starter relay |
| ADD FAN 2 ISO | – | High-speed fan control relay 2 (3.0L engine) Medium-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine) |
| FOG RELAY MICRO | – | Foglamp relay |
| A/C RELAY MICRO | – | A/C clutch relay |
Conclusion
The 2001-2004 Ford Escape offers reliability and versatility, supported by a well-designed electrical system. Proper care of the fuse box and relays ensures smooth performance.
