Why is my 2020 Ford f150 not starting?

The most common reasons a Ford F-150 won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter .

Why won't my Ford start?

Although a dead alternator or bad battery is probably your issue, other components may be the problem. (Cars are finicky, right?) Ignition – Do the headlights turn on but the car won't start? You might need a new ignition switch, which is relatively affordable.

Why does my truck have power but wont start?

A low battery is the most frequent cause of a car having power but not turning over . Other causes include a bad starter, a bad alternator, or electrical issues. If you hear clicking, whirring, or nothing at all when trying to start your car, you may have a bad starter, malfunctioning alternator, or low battery.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Ford F-150?

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks .

Why is my ignition not sending power to the starter?

Loose wiring, corroded connections, damaged starter components, oil leaks, and a bad relay or fuse are some of the reasons why a starter can fail. As the driver turns on the ignition switch, a current for the starter should flow and get the engine running. If not, the starter might be faulty and require replacement.

What is the cause of the car not to start?

The battery is usually the main reason that your car won't start , and is one of the most common callouts to the AA. There are a few ways your battery might go flat or even die: Something electrical was left on in the car, like the lights, which ran the battery down.

Why is my Ford auto start not working?

If your remote start does not work, ensure the following: All vehicle doors, trunk, hood, and tailgate are closed . FordPass should alert you if one is ajar. The engine is turned off when a remote start is requested.

Can a blown fuse cause a car not to start?

Blown fuse – Sometimes the simplest explanation is the best one. A blown fuse in the starter circuit could be the cause of a no-start problem . Broken or corroded wiring – Damaged or dirty wires to the battery or to the starter solenoid (or wires that are loose) can prevent sufficient power from reaching the starter.

Can a fuse be bad but not blown?

Sometimes a fuse is bad but not necessarily blown . In this case, the best way to test it is with a test light or a multimeter. These are both relatively inexpensive tools and provide an easy way of checking if there's a current running through the fuse.

Which fuse has blown?

Remove the fuse from its holder. In some cases you may need a small screwdriver to unscrew the fuse holder cap. Look at the fuse wire. If there is a visible gap in the wire or a dark or metallic smear inside the glass then the fuse is blown and needs to be replaced .

How do I know if my starter is bad on my f150?

Sign #1: Clicking Sound One of the most common signs of a failing starter motor is a clicking sound when you turn the key . This is usually caused by a lack of power getting to the starter motor. It can be an indication that the starter motor is failing or that the battery is dead.

Does my 2020 Ford F-150 have a recall?

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles . The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail. Tip: Recalls don't affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.

Why wont my f150 start just clicks?

Check the connection to the starter for corrosion . If the connection at the starter is good and clean you possibly have a bad starter. Get the starter tested.

2020 Ford F-150 fuse box diagram

This F-150 has 2 different fuse boxes:

Power Distribution Box diagramPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel diagram

Type	No.	Description
Fuse MICRO2 25A	1	Horn.
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	2	Electric fan 1.
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	3	Windshield wiper motor.
Fuse FMM/MCase 60A	4	Body control module.
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	5	Starter relay.
Fuse FMM/MCase 20A	6	Power point 1.
Fuse FMM/MCase 20A	8	Power point 2
Fuse MICRO2 5A	10	Rain sensor.
Fuse FMM/MCase 15A	12	Upfitter 1 relay [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 10A	13	4x4 run/start. Adaptive cruise control run/start module.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	14	Not used (spare) [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 7.5A	15	Front view camera. Voltage quality module. // 15 AMP Voltage quality module [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 10A	16	Powertrain control module, Transmission control module run/start.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	17	Anti-lock brakes run/start.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	18	Electric power steering run/start.
Fuse MICRO2 5A	19	Upfitter 5 relay [Raptor]
Fuse FMM/MCase 40A	20	Blower motor.
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	21	Passenger seat motors.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	22	Radio amplifier
Fuse MICRO2 10A	23	Alt A sensor.
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	24	Trailer brake control module.
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	25	Body control module 1.
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	26	Electric fan [Gas]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	27	Driver seat motors/memory module.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	28	Heated seat.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	29	4x4 solenoid.
Fuse FMM/MCase 25A	30	Trailer tow battery charge.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	32	A/C clutch.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	34	Vehicle power 5 [Diesel]
Fuse MICRO2 20A	35	Vehicle power 4 [Gas] // 15 AMP Vehicle power 4 [Diesel]
Fuse MICRO2 10A	36	Vehicle power 3.
Fuse MICRO2 25A	37	Vehicle power 2 [Gas] // 15 AMP Vehicle power 2 [Diesel]
Fuse MICRO2 25A	38	Vehicle power 1 [Gas] // 25 AMP Vehicle power 1 [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	41	Body control module voltage quality module feed.
Fuse FMM/MCase 20A	43	Trailer tow lamps module
Fuse MICRO2 10A	46	Steering column lock.
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	47	Powertrain control heater 3 [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	48	Fuel filter heater [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	50	Fuel pump.
Fuse FMM/MCase 20A	51	Power point 3.
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	52	Powertrain control heater 2 [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 25A	53	Trailer tow park lamps.
Fuse FMM/MCase 15A	55	Upfitter 2 relay [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 5A	58	USB smart charger.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	61	Headlights
Fuse MICRO2 5A	62	Upfitter 6 relay [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 25A	63	4x4.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	64	E-locker.
Fuse FMM/MCase 40A	70	Anti-lock brake system (ABS) valves, Electric parking brake.
Fuse FMM/MCase 25A	71	4x4
Fuse MICRO2 10A	74	Trailer tow backup lamps.
Fuse FMM/MCase 40A	76	Body control module 2.
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	77	Climate controlled seat.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	78	Spot light module.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	80	Heated windshield wiper. / Upfitter 4 relay [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 30A	82	Transmission fluid pump. / 5 AMP Powertrain control module [Diesel]
Fuse MICRO2 15A	83	Transmission control module.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	88	Multi-contour seats relay. // Upfitter 3 relay [Raptor]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	89	Power running boards
Fuse MICRO2 15A	93	Heated mirrors.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	94	Rear heated seat module [Raptor, Diesel]
Fuse MICRO2 15A	95	Not used (spare) [Raptor]
Fuse FMM/MCase 40A	97	Electric fan [Raptor]
Fuse FMM/MCase 50A	97	Powertrain control heater 1 [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 15A	98	10R transmission module r/s, [3.3L] transmission fluid pump.
Fuse FMM/MCase 40A	99	Heated rear window.
Fuse FMM/MCase 25A	100	Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) heater relay [Diesel]
Fuse FMM/MCase 25A	101	Electric fan [Base]
Fuse FMM/MCase 30A	102	Power sliding back window.
Fuse FMM/MCase 20A	103	Trailer tow stop-turn relay fuse.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	104	Snowplow switch, Rear heated seats [Base]
Fuse MICRO2 10A	105	Telescoping mirror.
Relay	R02	Powertrain control module relay.
Relay	R05	Electric fan relay.

Type	No.	Description
Fuse MICRO2 7.5A	2	Memory module logic, Memory seat switches, Lumbar motor.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	3	Driver door lock motor.
Fuse MICRO2 5A	4	Trailer brake control.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	5	Spare
Fuse MICRO3 10A	6	Spare
Fuse MICRO3 10A	7	Spare
Fuse MICRO3 10A	8	Spare
Fuse MICRO3 10A	9	Extended power module [Base]
Fuse MICRO3 5A	10	Embedded modem module.
Fuse MICRO3 5A	11	Combined sensor module.
Fuse MICRO3 7.5A	12	Climate head module, Smart datalink connector.
Fuse MICRO3 7.5A	13	Cluster, Steering column control module.
Fuse MICRO3 10A	14	Brake on/off switch.
Fuse MICRO3 10A	15	Smart datalink connector.
Fuse MICRO2 15A	16	Tailgate release.
Fuse MICRO3 5A	17	Heads up display, Terrain switch
Fuse MICRO3 5A	18	Ignition switch and passive-entry passive-start start stop switch, Key inhibit solenoid.
Fuse MICRO3 7.5A	19	Extended power module [base]
Fuse MICRO3 7.5A	19	Restraint control module [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO3 5A	21	Heads up display, In car temperature with humidity sensor
Fuse MICRO3 5A	22	Passenger occupant detection [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 10A	23	Power driven rear glass switch, Inverter, Driver side window, Moonroof, Vista roof.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	24	Central lock/unlock.
Fuse MICRO2 30A	25	Driver door control module.
Fuse MICRO2 30A	26	Passenger door control module.
Fuse MICRO2 30A	27	Vista roof, Moonroof.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	28	Spare
Fuse MICRO2 30A	29	Spare
Fuse MICRO2 30A	30	Spare
Fuse MICRO2 15A	31	Adjustable pedal switch and motor.
Fuse MICRO2 10A	32	Multi-function display, SYNC, Radio frequency receiver.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	33	Radio.
Fuse MICRO2 30A	34	Run-start relay.
Fuse MICRO2 5A	35	Selectable drive mode switch, Upfitter switches [Raptor]
Fuse MICRO2 15A	36	360 camera module, Heated steering wheel module, Rear-view mirror. Rear heated seats, Lane departure warning module, Automatic high beam module, Image processing module A.
Fuse MICRO2 20A	37	Not used (spare)
Circuit breaker MAXI	38	Rear window switches and motors.

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Source: Ford F-150 2020 Owner's Manual

2020 Ford F-150 fuse box diagram - StartMyCar (2024)

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