1997 s10 blazer 4.3 keeps blowing 10a dash fuse. It is not the instrument cluster or 4x4 switch. what else is on that circuit and what do you suppose would blow the fuse?

7-BATT MAIN 1
60A
Fuses: •
CIGAR/DLC/APO FRT
• CLUSTER BATT
• CTSY LAMP
• ON STAR
• PWR LOCK
• PWR MIRROR
• RAP RELAY
• RR PWR SCKT

look below for above listed componet's , pull those fuse's one at a time till arc stop's ,then you found your problem circuit . Do you know where the I/P fuse box is ?
Fuse Block- I/P
Right side of the I/P, in the right front door opening


Fuse Block-I/P Label
Fuse Block-I/P Application Table Fuse/Circuit Breaker
Rating
Description
BCM PRGRM
10A
Body Control Module (BCM)
ENHANCED EVAP/AWD
15A
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid, Clutch Pump Check Valve
CIGAR/DLC/APO FRT
20A
Auxiliary Power Outlet-Front, Cigar Lighter, Data Link Connector (DLC)
CLUSTER/BATT
10A
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
CRUISE
10A
Cruise Control Module (CCM), Cruise Control Release Switch, Cruise Control ON/OFF Switch
CTSY LAMP
10A
Body Control Module (BCM)
DRL
10A
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module
HVAC/DIC/DRL/HEATED SEAT
10A
Air Temperature Actuator-Left, Air Temperature Actuator-Right, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module, Driver Information Center (DIC), Mode Actuator, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch (Heated Seat Switch), Recirculation Actuator, Relay Block (Rear Window Defogger Relay)
ELC/TRAILER
25A
Auto Level Control (ALC) Air Compressor, Auto Level Control (ALC) Air Inflator Relay, Auto Level Control (ALC) Sensor
FRT HVAC HI BLWR
30A
Blower Motor Resistor Assembly
FRT WPR/WSHR
25A
Windshield Wiper Motor, Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
HAZARD
15A
Turn Signal/Multifunction Switch
HEADLAMP
20A
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Control Module, Headlamp Dimmer Switch, Headlamp Switch
HTD MIRROR
10A
Outside Rearview Mirrors-Left, Right
HVAC/BLOWER
25A
HVAC Control Module
IGN1
10A
Body Control Module (BCM), Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC), Left Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Rear Object Sensor Control Module, Right Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Stop Lamp Switch
LH HEADLP HIGH
10A
Headlamp High Beam-Left
LH HEADLP LOW
10A
Headlamp Low Beam-Left
LH T/LP
10A
Tail Lamp-Left, Trailer Rear Wiring Harness
MALL/CLUSTER
10A
Body Control Module (BCM), Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC)
ON STAR
5A
Vehicle Interface Unit (VIU)
PASS KEY
10A
Theft Deterrent Control Module
PCM/ABS
10A
Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM), Fuse Block-Underhood, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
PCM/CRANK
10A
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
PCM/PASS KEY/CLUSTER
10A
Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Theft Deterrent Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC), Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
PWR LOCK
20A
Body Control Module (BCM)
PWR MIRROR
10A
Outside Rearview Mirror Switch
PWR QTR VENT
10A
Auto Level Control (ALC) Air Compressor, Auto Level Control (ALC) Sensor, Rear Quarter Window Switch
PWR/HEATED SEAT PSD
30A
Driver Seat Assembly, Passenger Seat Assembly
PWR SLDG DR
30A
Left Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module, Right Rear Side Door Actuator Control Module
PWR WDO
30A
Window Switch-Driver, Window Switch-Front Passenger
RAP RELAY
10A
Relay Block (RAP Relay)
RH HEADLP HIGH
10A
Headlamp High Beam-Right
RH HEADLP LOW
10A
Headlamp Low Beam-Right
RR HVAC/TEMP CONT
25A
Air Temperature Actuator-Auxiliary, Blower Motor-Auxiliary, Blower Motor Relay-Auxiliary, HVAC Control Assembly-Auxiliary, Mode Actuator-Auxiliary
RR DEFOG/ HTD MIRROR
30A
Window Defogger Relay-Rear
RR FOG LP
10A
Fog Lamp Relay-Rear
RR PWR SCKT
20A
Auxiliary Power Outlet-Rear
RH T/LP
10A
Tail Lamp-Right, Trailer Rear Wiring Harness
RR WPR/WSHR
20A
Window Wiper Motor-Rear, Rear Window Wiper/Washer and Multifunction Switch
SIR
15A
Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module (SDM)
STOP LAMP
15A
Stop Lamp Switch
SWC BACKLIGHT
2A
Steering Wheel Controls-Left, Right
T/SIG
10A
Turn Signal Switch and Backup Lamp Relay

If you think there is a problem with instrument cluster, unplug the instrument cluster, see if it still blows the fuse. Could be a wiring circuit problem, somewhere? Maybe fuse box issue?
Sometimes, I use a test light in place of the fuse, to keep from blowing all my fuses. If the test light comes on, the circuit is going to ground, somewhere. If the instrument cluster is unplugged, then hopefully, that is ruled out.

Fuses are listed here
* = maxi fuse
1*=50A I/P fuse panel
2*=40A blower motor relay
3*= 50A 4 wheel ABS module
4*=20a Main light switch-Instrument cluster
5*=50A Ignition switch, starter relay
6*=20A Transfer case relay
7*= NOT USED
8*=20A Auto Ride Control Switch/on off switch
9*=40A Auto Ride Control relay
10*=30A PCM power relay
mini fuses
1=10A A/C relay
2=20A Aux power point
3= not used
4=15A Fog lamps-Daytime lamps
5=10A Air Bag diagnostic monitor
6=10A Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
7=30A 4WABS module
8=30A PCM relay
9=20A Fuel Pump relay and RAP module
10= 15A Horn relay
11=15A Park Lamp relay-Main Light Switch
12=30A Main light switch--Multi Function switch
13=15A Heated O2 sensors, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR solenoid,Camshaft position (CMP) Sensor,
Cannister Vent Solenoid, A4LD Auto Transmission
14=30A Generator-Voltage regulator
Interior fuse panel (mini fuses)
1=7.5A Power mirror switch
2=7.5A Blower motor relay,PAD module,Air Bag diagnostic monitor
3=7.5A Trailer tow connector
4=10A Left headlamp
5=10A Data link connector (DLC)
6=7.5A Air bag diagnostic monitor, Blower motor relay, Passive deactivation Module (PAD)
7=7.5A Trailer Tow connector
8=10A Right headlamp, Daytime running lamps (DRL) module, Foglight relay
9=7.5A Stop Lamp switch
10= 7.5A Speed control-amplifier assembly,Brake pressure switch, Generic electronoc Module (GEM)
Shift lock actuator, Blend door actuator, Main light switch, RABS resistor, A/C heater assembly
Flasher
11= 7.5A Instrument cluster, Main light switch, RABS resistor
12= 10A Power window relay, Washer pump relay
13= 20A Stop lamp switch, Brake pressure switch
14= 20A Rear Anti Lock Brake system (RABS) module
**10A 4WABS module**
15=7.5A Instrument cluster
16= 30A Windshield wiper Motor, Wiper Hi-lo relay, wiper run/park relay
17=7.5A Cig lighter
18=15A Drivers unlock relay-All unlock relay
19=25A PCM power diode
20=7.5A RAP module GEM module, Radio
21=15A Flasher (hazard)
22=20A Aux power socket
23=15A Turn signals
24===not used
25= 7.5A GEM module, Instrument cluster
26= 10A Battery saver relay, Electronic Shift relay, Interior lamp relay
Power window relay,Electronic shift control module, transmission control
27=15A Switch,DRL, Backup lamp switch, DTR sensor,Instrument illumination dimming control module
Dome/map lamp, GEM,electronic shift,Interior lights,Glove box lamp and switch
28=7.5A GEM module-Radio
29= 15A Radio
30=15A Park lamps, trailer Tow relay
31===not used
32=10A rear blower
33=15A Headlamps, DRL module, Instrument cluster
34=7.5A Rear integrated control panel, CD
35=10A RABS test connector
36=7.5A CD, rear integrated control panel, memory seat,

i copied this off another post hope this helps

If fuse #24 keeps blowing it is because you KEEP replacing it without diagnosing and repairing the reason it blew in the first place.

Please review the following articles by clicking the links below:
Where's The Fuse?
What Else Could Be Wrong?

Then a little info:
Fuse #24 protects the circuits for your PRNDL indicator in the instrument cluster, the PARK switch and/or shift lock actuator, and the circuits for the shift solenoids inside the transmission.
One of these circuits are shorting.

unplug the instrument cluster. If it now does not blow, replace the instrument cluster. If it stll blows then you need to trace the wire in the loom looking for where it touches metal or have several wires melted together.

Fuses are listed here

* = maxi fuse

1*=50A I/P fuse panel
2*=40A blower motor relay
3*= 50A 4 wheel ABS module
4*=20a Main light switch-Instrument cluster
5*=50A Ignition switch, starter relay

6*=20A Transfer case relay
7*= NOT USED
8*=20A Auto Ride Control Switch/on off switch
9*=40A Auto Ride Control relay
10*=30A PCM power relay

mini fuses
1=10A A/C relay
2=20A Aux power point
3= not used
4=15A Fog lamps-Daytime lamps
5=10A Air Bag diagnostic monitor
6=10A Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
7=30A 4WABS module
8=30A PCM relay
9=20A Fuel Pump relay and RAP module
10= 15A Horn relay
11=15A Park Lamp relay-Main Light Switch
12=30A Main light switch--Multi Function switch
13=15A Heated O2 sensors, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR solenoid,Camshaft position (CMP) Sensor,
Cannister Vent Solenoid, A4LD Auto Transmission
14=30A Generator-Voltage regulator


Interior fuse panel (mini fuses)

1=7.5A Power mirror switch
2=7.5A Blower motor relay,PAD module,Air Bag diagnostic monitor
3=7.5A Trailer tow connector
4=10A Left headlamp
5=10A Data link connector (DLC)
6=7.5A Air bag diagnostic monitor, Blower motor relay, Passive deactivation Module (PAD)
7=7.5A Trailer Tow connector
8=10A Right headlamp, Daytime running lamps (DRL) module, Foglight relay
9=7.5A Stop Lamp switch
10= 7.5A Speed control-amplifier assembly,Brake pressure switch, Generic electronoc Module (GEM)
Shift lock actuator, Blend door actuator, Main light switch, RABS resistor, A/C heater assembly
Flasher
11= 7.5A Instrument cluster, Main light switch, RABS resistor
12= 10A Power window relay, Washer pump relay
13= 20A Stop lamp switch, Brake pressure switch
14= 20A Rear Anti Lock Brake system (RABS) module
**10A 4WABS module**

15=7.5A Instrument cluster
16= 30A Windshield wiper Motor, Wiper Hi-lo relay, wiper run/park relay
17=7.5A Cig lighter
18=15A Drivers unlock relay-All unlock relay
19=25A PCM power diode
20=7.5A RAP module GEM module, Radio
21=15A Flasher (hazard)
22=20A Aux power socket
23=15A Turn signals
24===not used
25= 7.5A GEM module, Instrument cluster
26= 10A Battery saver relay, Electronic Shift relay, Interior lamp relay
Power window relay,Electronic shift control module, transmission control
27=15A Switch,DRL, Backup lamp switch, DTR sensor,Instrument illumination dimming control module
Dome/map lamp, GEM,electronic shift,Interior lights,Glove box lamp and switch
28=7.5A GEM module-Radio
29= 15A Radio
30=15A Park lamps, trailer Tow relay
31===not used
32=10A rear blower
33=15A Headlamps, DRL module, Instrument cluster
34=7.5A Rear integrated control panel, CD
35=10A RABS test connector
36=7.5A CD, rear integrated control panel, memory seat, Message center Attached images __________________

I believe that this is what you are looking for.....
Fuse and relay locations--2nd generation power distribution box Layout- I think this is a good sticky candidate--



Fuses are listed here

* = maxi fuse

1*=50A I/P fuse panel
2*=40A blower motor relay
3*= 50A 4 wheel ABS module
4*=20a Main light switch-Instrument cluster
5*=50A Ignition switch, starter relay

6*=20A Transfer case relay
7*= NOT USED
8*=20A Auto Ride Control Switch/on off switch
9*=40A Auto Ride Control relay
10*=30A PCM power relay

mini fuses
1=10A A/C relay
2=20A Aux power point
3= not used
4=15A Fog lamps-Daytime lamps
5=10A Air Bag diagnostic monitor
6=10A Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
7=30A 4WABS module
8=30A PCM relay
9=20A Fuel Pump relay and RAP module
10= 15A Horn relay
11=15A Park Lamp relay-Main Light Switch
12=30A Main light switch--Multi Function switch
13=15A Heated O2 sensors, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR solenoid,Camshaft position (CMP) Sensor,
Cannister Vent Solenoid, A4LD Auto Transmission
14=30A Generator-Voltage regulator


Interior fuse panel (mini fuses)

1=7.5A Power mirror switch
2=7.5A Blower motor relay,PAD module,Air Bag diagnostic monitor
3=7.5A Trailer tow connector
4=10A Left headlamp
5=10A Data link connector (DLC)
6=7.5A Air bag diagnostic monitor, Blower motor relay, Passive deactivation Module (PAD)
7=7.5A Trailer Tow connector
8=10A Right headlamp, Daytime running lamps (DRL) module, Foglight relay
9=7.5A Stop Lamp switch
10= 7.5A Speed control-amplifier assembly,Brake pressure switch, Generic electronoc Module (GEM)
Shift lock actuator, Blend door actuator, Main light switch, RABS resistor, A/C heater assembly
Flasher
11= 7.5A Instrument cluster, Main light switch, RABS resistor
12= 10A Power window relay, Washer pump relay
13= 20A Stop lamp switch, Brake pressure switch
14= 20A Rear Anti Lock Brake system (RABS) module
**10A 4WABS module**

15=7.5A Instrument cluster
16= 30A Windshield wiper Motor, Wiper Hi-lo relay, wiper run/park relay
17=7.5A Cig lighter
18=15A Drivers unlock relay-All unlock relay
19=25A PCM power diode
20=7.5A RAP module GEM module, Radio
21=15A Flasher (hazard)
22=20A Aux power socket
23=15A Turn signals
24===not used
25= 7.5A GEM module, Instrument cluster
26= 10A Battery saver relay, Electronic Shift relay, Interior lamp relay
Power window relay,Electronic shift control module, transmission control
27=15A Switch,DRL, Backup lamp switch, DTR sensor,Instrument illumination dimming control module
Dome/map lamp, GEM,electronic shift,Interior lights,Glove box lamp and switch
28=7.5A GEM module-Radio
29= 15A Radio
30=15A Park lamps, trailer Tow relay
31===not used
32=10A rear blower
33=15A Headlamps, DRL module, Instrument cluster
34=7.5A Rear integrated control panel, CD
35=10A RABS test connector
36=7.5A CD, rear integrated control panel, memory seat, Message center Attached images __________________

go to the link bleow and follow it to the Ford web site, there you can download a free owners manual, all fuse box info u need is in the manual.

http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/howto/articles/120189/article.html

I am not sure if this right and there should be diagram on the back of cover.


1 5A Power Mirror Switch

2 10A Daytime Running Lights (DRL),
Back-up Lamps, Transmission,
Passenger Air Bag Deactivation
Switch, Blower Motor Relay

3 7.5A Right Stop/Turn Trailer Tow
Connector

4 — Not Used

5 15A 4x4 Control Module

6 — Not Used

7 7.5A Left Stop/Turn Trailer Tow
Connector

8 — Not Used

9 7.5A Brake Pedal Position Switch

10 7.5A Speed Control Servo/Amplifier
Assembly, Generic Electronic
Module (GEM), Shift Lock
Actuator, Turn Signals

11 7.5A Instrument Cluster, 4x4, Main
Light Switch, Truck Central
Security Module (TCSM)

12 — Not Used

13 20A Brake Pedal Position Switch

14 10A or Not Used 10A: If equipped with Anti-Lock
Brake System (ABS) Control
Module

15 — Not Used

16 30A Windshield Wiper Motor, Wiper
Hi-Lo Relay, Wiper Run/Park
Relay

17 20A Cigar Lighter, Data Link
Connector (DLC)

18 — Not Used

19 25A PCM Power Diode, Ignition, PATS

20 7.5A Generic Electronic Module
(GEM), Radio

21 15A Flasher (Hazard)

22 20A Auxiliary Power Socket

23 — Not Used

24 7.5A Clutch Pedal Position (CPP)
switch, Starter Interrupt Relay

25 — Not Used

26 10A Battery Saver Relay, Auxillary
Relay Box, Restraint Central
Module (RCM), Generic Electroic
Module (GEM), Instrument
Cluster

27 — Not Used

28 7.5A Generic Electronic Module
(GEM), Radio

29 20A Radio

30 — Not Used

31 — Not Used

32 — Not Used

33 15A Headlamps, Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) Module, Instrument
Cluster

34 — Not Used

35 15A or Not Used 15A: Horn Relay if Not Equipped
with Truck Central Security
Module

36 — Not Used

2003 Excusion, V10, 2wd, Eddie Bauer

I had a hardtimefinding this informaton, hope it helps.

fuses
Fuse link
cartridge
2A Grey Grey — — —
3A Violet Violet — — —
4A Pink Pink — — —
5A Tan Tan — — —
7.5A Brown Brown — — —
10A Red Red — — —
15A Blue Blue — — —
20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue
25A Natural Natural — — —
30A Green Green Green Pink Pink
40A — — Orange Green Green
50A — — Red Red Red
60A — — Blue — Yellow
70A — — Tan — Brown
80A — — Natural — Black
Passenger compartment fuse panel / power distribution box
The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by
the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses.
Roadside Emergencies
To remove the fuse panel cover,
turn the panel fasteners
counterclockwise.
To remove a fuse use the fuse puller
tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.

The fuses are coded as follows.
Roadside Emergencies
Fuse/Relay
Location
Fuse Amp
Rating
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
1 15A* Adjustable pedals
2 20A* Power point -floor console
3 20A* Power point – 3rd row
4 20A* Power point -instrument panel
20A* Power point -right rear quarter
6 20A* Trailer tow turn/stop relay
7 30A* High beam headlamps / Flash to pass
8 — Not used
9 20A* Heated mirrors
10A* A/C clutch
11 20A* Radio (main)
12 20A* Cigar lighter / OBD II
13 5A* Power mirrors/switches
14 15A* Daytime running lamps
10A* Driver’s seat module memory
16 15A* Rear seat controller
17 15A* Exterior lamps
18 20A* Turn lamps/Brake on-off switch (high)
19 10A* Body security module/4x4 module
— Not used
21 25A* Rear wiper motor
22 20A* Engine control
23 20A* Engine control
24 15A* Air suspension
10A* 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
(4WABS) module
26 10A* Airbags
27 15A* Ignition switch Run feed
28 10A* EATC module module/Front blower relay
coil
29 10A* Customer access
Roadside Emergencies
Fuse/Relay
Location
Fuse Amp
Rating
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
30 15A* Highbeam headlamps
31 15A* Clutch interlock switch
32 5A* Radio (start)
33 15A* Front wiper
34 10A* Brake on-off switch
35 10A* Instrument cluster
36 10A* PCM Keep-Alive
37 15A* Horn
38 20A* Trailer tow park lamps and backup lamps
39 — Not used
40 20A* Fuel pump
41 10A* Instrument cluster
42 15A* Delayed accessory
43 10A* Fog lamps
44 10A* PATS module, transceiver
45 10A* Ignition switch Run/ Start feed
46 10A* Left-hand lowbeam
47 10A* Right-hand lowbeam
48 10A* Rear wiper motor
101 30A** Trailer tow electric brake
102 30A** Door locks/Body security module
103 50A** Ignition switch
104 40A** Heated backlite
105 30A** Injector driver module
106 30A** Front wiper main
107 40A** Front blower motor
108 40A** Auxiliary blower motor
109 30A** Heated seats
110 50A** Ignition switch
111 30A** 4WD/Shift on the fly
112 30A** Left-hand power seats

Roadside Emergencies
Fuse/Relay
Location
Fuse Amp
Rating
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
113 30A** Starter motor
114 30A** Right-hand power seats
115 20A** Trailer tow battery charge
116 30A** Ignition switch
601 30A CB Door window motors
602 60A** 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
(4WABS) module
210 — Not used
211 — Not used
212 — Not used
301 — Front blower motor relay
302 — Powertrain (EEC) relay
303 — Injector driver module relay (Diesel
only)
304 — Heated backlite relay
305 — Trailer tow battery charge relay
306 — Delayed accessory relay
307 — Starter relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses