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  • The tail light fuse is usually in the fuse box under the hood or inside the cabin near the dashboard.
  • The tail light fuse or parking lamp fuse is a metal band inside a plastic container that breaks when it gets too much current.
  • Don’t remove the fuse by hand. Use a fuse puller to safely remove it.

Q: Where Is the Light Fuse Typically Located?

A: The tail light fuse can be found in a fuse box that’s usually located under the hood. In some vehicles, the fuse is inside the cabin, typically behind a plastic panel near the dashboard.

Sometimes it’s called the “parking lamp” fuse and it may be located in the underhood fuse panel, which requires the removal of a cover. On the inside of the cover, the fuse position will be indicated.

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diagram showing a tail light fuse's position
Diagram indicating tail light fuse or parking lamp fuse position | Image Source: Richard McCuistian

The location of the tail light fuse can vary depending on the vehicle. You can check your owner’s manual to know the exact location of the fuse box in your ride.

The tail light fuse is a metal band inside a plastic container that breaks when there’s too much current flowing through it. It’s engineered for that purpose so that other parts of the electrical system won’t be damaged because of the high current flow.

Tail light fuse is sometimes called the “parking lamp” fuse and it may be located in the underhood fuse panel, which requires the removal of a cover. On the inside of the cover, the fuse position will be indicated.

Richard McCuistian, ASE Certified Master Automobile Technician

Tips on How to Access the Tail Light Fuse

If you’re confused about which fuse is for the tail light, you can find the fuse diagram in your owner’s manual. It will tell you which fuse is for your tail light.

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If you need to remove the fuse, don’t do it by hand. Use a fuse puller to safely detach it. Inspect the tail light fuse for any signs of damage. If it looks burnt, you’ll have to replace it with a new one.

Where to Get  a Tail Light Fuse for Your Vehicle

Your tail lights help other drivers gauge the distance between you and them and estimate your ride’s size and shape. Unfortunately, a blown tail light fuse will make these automotive lights stop working, increasing the risk of getting rear-ended. Good thing it’s easy to get a tail light fuse from CarParts.com.

Shopping online for a new tail light fuse removes the hassles of going to auto parts shops. It only takes a few minutes to visit our website, narrow down the result to compatible fuses using the vehicle selector, and change the filters to match your needs. Order what you need without leaving the comfort of your home.

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Make safety your priority and have your tail light fuse replaced as soon as you can. Check out our selection now and order today!

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Richard McCuistian has worked for nearly 50 years in the automotive field as a professional technician, an instructor, and a freelance automotive writer for Motor Age, ACtion magazine, Power Stroke Registry, and others. Richard is ASE certified for more than 30 years in 10 categories, including L1 Advanced Engine Performance and Light Vehicle Diesel.

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Richard E Irwin

If it was that easy I would have to Google it,,but ford doesn’t make there’s fuse box

Randy

I have a 2019 Tahoe. Plug in trailer connector and tail lights went out.

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