Blown fuses at ignition

FORDBLUEZ

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2005 FORD RANGER
3.0L
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
1,800 MILES

The ecm /02 sensor/and flasher light fuses blow instantly on ignition. I am pretty sure it will not start with out the pcm fuse in place. But could I try leaving out the other two and leave the ecm fuse in alone and see if it blows? And just keep going if the second one say the o2 sensor fuse does not blow. Then I should stop and back probe the fuse to the flasher switch.

Sunday, May 15th, 2016 AT 7:54 PM

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HMAC300

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Check for a short in system it may be a wire that has rubbed bare or the O2 sensor may be causing it.

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Monday, May 16th, 2016 AT 6:49 AM

FORDBLUEZ

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Thank you. I went through the wiring harness, did not find any thing at all. I am going to show my little brother how to use a multi meter today I will start by checking the 02 sensor new cads were recently installed.

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Monday, May 16th, 2016 AT 10:53 AM

KEN L

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My bet is the o2 sensor they have a history of shorting out.

Here is a guide to show you what you are in for

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-oxygen-sensor

Let us know what you find

Best, Ken

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Tuesday, May 17th, 2016 AT 7:24 PM