Window Module blows fuse!

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Forum Name: Car Security and Convenience
Forum Discription: Car Alarms, Keyless Entries, Remote Starters, Immobilizer Bypasses, Sensors, Door Locks, Window Modules, Heated Mirrors, Heated Seats, etc.
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Topic: Window Module blows fuse!

Posted By: Pyromed1
Subject: Window Module blows fuse!
Date Posted: March 29, 2005 at 8:05 PM

I installed a Crimestopper CS-5601 in my Ford F250. It will work for a couple of days then it blows the fuse (20A). I have the power wire for the module taped into the Power wire for the alarm. Could this be the problem?

Thanks,

Corey

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Posted By: mobileinstallat
Date Posted: March 29, 2005 at 11:08 PM

could be a few things: try going directly to the battery with a minimum of 16 gauge stranded wire. you may have a resistance build up from the small aug wire causing a heat build up over multiple uses stressing out the fuse. or it might just be as simple as a window motor starting to go. PS. motors draw more current when they are cold, have you noticed the fuse blowing on colder days. just guessing without knowing more. also an intermitent connection will contribute to this type of symptom.

Posted By: Pyromed1
Date Posted: March 30, 2005 at 8:19 PM

Thanks mobileinstallat. I think the power wire from the module is 12g (14g at least). that should be good enough. I think I'll run the power directly from the battery just to be safe.

I read through my manual and the OEM fuse that powers the windows is a 30A. Seems like I would need at least a 30A for the module.

Corey

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