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Thanks - I'm learning a lot! I just purchased a Switch Pros controller whose instructions state that in order to control the Switch Pros panel backlighting, one needs to tap into side marker lights / headlights. The only fuse I see is the 40A MCASE+ at F07. How do you use a fuse tap for this type of fuse - do manufacturers make such a tap - or should I look for an alternative method?Spare Fuses:
Since RAM uses so many different types of fuses, it's difficult and costly to purchase spares for the road. The biggest problem is finding MCASE+ slotted fuses because these are rare.
With some searching, I was able to find a selection of fuses for each category that can be purchased for spares.
MCASE Unslotted and MCASE+ slotted:
These were the hardest to find, especially the MCASE+ slotted, but this handy kit contains both:
View attachment 83575
Micro2:
These aren't as difficult to find. This kit contains enough of a selection to cover the RAM's needs plus you get three taps as a bonus which will come in handy if you ever install add-on accessories.
View attachment 83576
Micro3:
These are a bit hard to find but this kit has all that you'll need:
View attachment 83577
Also, keep in mind that RAM includes some spare fuses in the External Fuse Panel. I'm not sure if these are the same for all 1500s, but here is a list of the spares that came with my truck:
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 5 Amp
- 10 Amp
- 20 Amp
- 25 Amp
MCASE Unslotted:
- None
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 20 Amp
- 30 Amp
While this is a decent selection, it does not cover all of the fuses in the RAM 1500. Missing are:
- 40 Amp
- 50 Amp
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 15 Amp
- 25 Amp
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 10 Amp
- 15 Amp
If you want to save money purchasing spare fuses, then just concentrate on these.
- 20 Amp
- 25 Amp
- 30 Amp
Here is a complete listing of all the fuses (1500 Limited, your model may vary but it will be close):
Internal Fuse Panel:
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 5 Amp x2
- 10 Amp x8
- 15 Amp x5
- 20 Amp x9
- 25 Amp x1
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 10 Amp x3
- 15 Amp x1
External Fuse Panel:
- 20 Amp x3
- 25 Amp x1
- 30 Amp x7
- 40 Amp x4
Micro2:
MCASE Unslotted:
- 5 Amp x2
- 10 Amp x9
- 15 Amp x6
- 20 Amp x8
- 25 Amp x2
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 20 Amp x6
- 25 Amp x2
- 30 Amp x6
- 40 Amp x2
- 50 Amp x2
thanks for this. i order that/this from amazonSpare Fuses:
Since RAM uses so many different types of fuses, it's difficult and costly to purchase spares for the road. The biggest problem is finding MCASE+ slotted fuses because these are rare.
With some searching, I was able to find a selection of fuses for each category that can be purchased for spares.
MCASE Unslotted and MCASE+ slotted:
These were the hardest to find, especially the MCASE+ slotted, but this handy kit contains both:
View attachment 83575
Micro2:
These aren't as difficult to find. This kit contains enough of a selection to cover the RAM's needs plus you get three taps as a bonus which will come in handy if you ever install add-on accessories.
View attachment 83576
Micro3:
These are a bit hard to find but this kit has all that you'll need:
View attachment 83577
Also, keep in mind that RAM includes some spare fuses in the External Fuse Panel. I'm not sure if these are the same for all 1500s, but here is a list of the spares that came with my truck:
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 5 Amp
- 10 Amp
- 20 Amp
- 25 Amp
MCASE Unslotted:
- None
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 20 Amp
- 30 Amp
While this is a decent selection, it does not cover all of the fuses in the RAM 1500. Missing are:
- 40 Amp
- 50 Amp
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 15 Amp
- 25 Amp
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 10 Amp
- 15 Amp
If you want to save money purchasing spare fuses, then just concentrate on these.
- 20 Amp
- 25 Amp
- 30 Amp
Here is a complete listing of all the fuses (1500 Limited, your model may vary but it will be close):
Internal Fuse Panel:
Micro2:
Micro3:
- 5 Amp x2
- 10 Amp x8
- 15 Amp x5
- 20 Amp x9
- 25 Amp x1
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 10 Amp x3
- 15 Amp x1
External Fuse Panel:
- 20 Amp x3
- 25 Amp x1
- 30 Amp x7
- 40 Amp x4
Micro2:
MCASE Unslotted:
- 5 Amp x2
- 10 Amp x9
- 15 Amp x6
- 20 Amp x8
- 25 Amp x2
MCASE+ Slotted:
- 20 Amp x6
- 25 Amp x2
- 30 Amp x6
- 40 Amp x2
- 50 Amp x2
Where did you end up tapping to for your Switch Pros panel?Nevermind! I see my answer in another post!
They are according to the schematic and circuit description.Are the lamps being powered by the BCM directly?
I use Alldatadiy.@HAL9001 or anyone having an idea,
is there a source to get the full wiring diagram, (vin/model/year specific) for the truck from? Maybe some RAM technician website with a yearly/monthly fee?
Just use the listing as a general information, then use a test light to confirm. The post is no longer accurate. I was responding with another member the other day, when he asked about power for rear USBs. I looked at this posting for the answer. This post had a circuit breaker #5 listed, but no picture of one. There is no circuit breaker #5. I looked in my 23 manual, and there are a few differences. This is a good reference to start with, but your proper list is in your manual. Even if you lost yours, it's available on Ram's website, or app.Question: is the external F44 (trailer camera) an ignition-on fuse? Or does it only get power when a camera is installed? Thinking of using that for my TRX grille lights.
Well my truck is barely two months I sure hope I haven’t lost itJust use the listing as a general information, then use a test light to confirm. The post is no longer accurate. I was responding with another member the other day, when he asked about power for rear USBs. I looked at this posting for the answer. This post had a circuit breaker #5 listed, but no picture of one. There is no circuit breaker #5. I looked in my 23 manual, and there are a few differences. This is a good reference to start with, but your proper list is in your manual. Even if you lost yours, it's available on Ram's website, or app.