Concorde V6-3.5L VIN F (1994)
Fusible Link: Service and Repair
Purpose
Fusible links protect vehicle electrical systems from damage due to excessive current.
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The most common cause of excessive current is a short to ground caused by a component or wiring failure.
Fusible links are color coded to indicate wire gauge and size.
Fig. 9 Fusible Link Chart
CAUTION:
Replace blown fusible links with correct gauge, hypalon insulated, fusible type wire ONLY.
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Use of standard wire may result in severe damage to the electrical system or an electrical fire.
NOTE: Refer to the fusible link chart and the wiring diagrams for proper color and gauge identification.
Replacement
Splicing Wires
CAUTION: If a fusible link has blown, find the cause before attempting to replace the link.
NOTE: If a faulty fusible link is suspected, it is important to carefully check the link for continuity over its entire length. In some instances the link may
look fine and actually be blown.
1.
Disconnect battery negative cable.
2.
Cut out the blown portion of the fusible link.
3.
Strip 1 inch of insulation from each end of the existing fusible link.
4.
Place a piece of heat shrink tubing long enough to cover and seal the entire repair area over one side of the fusible link.