Fuses- Need Help KW600

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  1. kw600

    kw600 Road Train Member

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    My cigarette lighter busted on me a short while ago, anyone know where I can find the fuse(s) to check them out. I know the fuse box is by the clutch but don't know which number they are..& its not labeled..kenworth t600 2003
     
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  3. droy

    droy Heavy Load Member

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    My experiences with KWs is that most times, the fuse boxes are a little different, just enough to turn a simple fuse replacement task into a major "pull and look" hunting trip. They usually have the diagram on the door, which is a big help.
    Whenever I purchased my 2004, (used), it came with the incorrect fuse box door, I lucked out, found a door in a salvage yard, but the info sticker was wrong; not thinking, I ordered a new sticker from the stealer, $54.00 for that darn thing!!!

    KWs fuse box location leaves a lot to be desired when you're on a fuse replacement mission. I recently ordered a batch of fuses that are supposed to light up, or glow, when blown, hopefully making the replacement much quicker, and simpler. Saw these fuses at a Loves, for around $3.00/each, but found the same ones for $.83/ per at Del City Electrical. Just Google their name; limited selection of led lighting, but lots of stuff like relays, solenoids, wire, etc, along with decent prices. (
    NO, I do not work for them, just like to share what I consider helpful info.)
     
  4. Dino1968

    Dino1968 Light Load Member

    Best thing to do is get those resettable breakers. When they cool off, they reset themselves.
     
  5. droy

    droy Heavy Load Member

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    Cannot use them, or I should say not supposed to use them in some places. My fuse box cover application chart has some of the spots marked with an asterisk stating to use fuses only; don't know why...overheat and burn hazard maybe? I have used them in all spots on one of my other trucks, but when I saw that warning, I went ahead and put fuses back in the marked spots. I had a truck catch fire already, (not electrical), it wasn't fun!
     
  6. puncher

    puncher Medium Load Member

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    When not sure of location of fuse in fuse panel, just take a test light and touch the little metal tabs at the face of the fuse to see if they are blown. I wouldn't be without a test light.
     
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