Fusible Link Color Code

Vehicle wiring harnesses are equipped with fusible links to protect against harness damage in the event of a short in the system. Fusible links are color coded to indicate wire gauge and size. Refer to the fusible link chart for color and gauge identification.


Wire Gauge Color Code Wire Color

12 Ga BK Black

14 Ga RD Red

16 Ga DB Dark Blue

18 Ga GY Gray

20 Ga OR Orange

22 Ga WT White