Replacing fuses
Introduction
Due to the constant development of the vehicle, equipment-dependent fuse allocations, and the combined protection of multiple electrical equipment items using
one fuse, a complete overview of the fuse layout is not available at the time of print. Detailed information about fuse allocations can be obtained from suitably
qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Generally, multiple electrical equipment items can be protected together through by fuse. On the other hand, some equipment items may use multiple fuses.
Only replace fuses if the cause for the malfunction has been fixed. If a new fuse blows again after a short time, the electrical system must be checked by suitably
qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Fuses for emergency responders
One of the high-voltage system fuses in the fuse box in the instrument panel ⇒ Fuses in the instrument panel is marked with a special flag to allow emergency
responders to switch off the vehicle power as quickly as possible. Never replace this fuse yourself or swap it with a fuse from a different fuse location ⇒
fuse is malfunctioning, always have it replaced by suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or
authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
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WARNING
Voltage in the high-voltage system can cause electric shocks, serious burns and death!
Never touch the electrical wires in the hood space
Never replace or repair fuses of the high-voltage system yourself.
Always have the work performed by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility qualified in this respect. Volkswagen
recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
WARNING
Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses, and bridging a power circuit without fuses can cause severe damage or fires within the vehicle. This could result in
serious or fatal injuries.
Replace fuses only with fuses of same rating and size. Make sure that the color and label are identical to the faulty fuse.
Never repair fuses.
Never use metal strips, paper clips or similar objects as substitutes for fuses.
NOTICE
The high-voltage fuses marked with a special flag in the fuse box in the instrument panel are for use by emergency responders only in order to switch off the
vehicle power in an emergency. If these high-voltage fuses are removed incorrectly, the vehicle could be damaged.
Never remove the fuses marked with a special flag in the instrument panel.
If the high-voltage system has switched off, seek assistance from an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility. The
vehicle is no longer ready to drive.
NOTICE
Changing a fuse when the ignition is switched on, the vehicle is drive-ready, the light is switched on, or other electrical equipment is switched on could cause
damage to the electrical system.
Always deactivate the vehicle's drive system and switch off the light and other electrical equipment.
Make sure that the drive-ready mode cannot be established while a fuse is being replaced.
NOTICE
If a fuse is replaced by another fuse with a higher amp rating, this could also damage the vehicle's electrical system in another location.
Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher current rating.
NOTICE
Dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
Protect open fuse boxes from dirt and moisture.
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Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
Check that the fuse box covers are tightly sealed again and are not damaged.
There are more fuses in the vehicle than are specified in this chapter. These should only be replaced by an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized
Volkswagen Service Facility qualified in this respect. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.
Fuses in the hood space
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
and Introduction.
Opening the fuse box in the hood space
Fig. 145 In the hood space: fuse box.
Fuse box cover.
The fuse box cover may contain plastic pliers for pulling out the fuses.
Removing the cover
1. Open the hood.
2. Press the catches in the direction of the arrow fig. 145 (arrows), to release the fuse box cover fig. 145
.
3. Remove the cover upward.
Fitting the cover
1. Place the cover on the fuse box and press it down until the cover audibly clicks into place on both sides.
Fuse table for fuses in the hood space
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
and Introduction.
The list shows the fuse locations for the equipment relevant to the driver. The first column of the table contains the fuse location; the other columns include the rated
current, fuse version and the protected equipment.
Depending on the country and the vehicle equipment, there may be differences from the fuse numbers and fuse locations listed in the table. If necessary, ask for th
exact fuse assignment from suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
Fuse assignment
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Fig. 146 In the hood space: Fuse locations.
Fuse location fig. 146:
F9
15 A, ATO®, horn.
F10
F11
F17
30 A, ATO®, front left windshield wiper.
7.5 A, ATO®, air conditioner.
40 A, MAXI+®, windshield defroster.
Fuses in the instrument panel
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
and Introduction.
Left-hand drive vehicles: Opening the fuse box in the instrument panel
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Fig. 147 Fuse box cover on the instrument panel on the driver's side (left-hand drive vehicles).
Removing the cover
1. Reach behind the cover and pull it off in the direction of the arrow fig. 147.
Fitting the cover
1. Position the cover starting with the opposite side and push it closed in the opposite direction to the arrow until you hear it click into place.
Right-hand drive vehicles: opening the fuse box in the instrument panel
Fig. 148 On the passenger's side: Fuse box in the instrument panel (right-hand drive vehicles).
Stop pin.
Cover
Removing the cover
1. Open the glove compartment and empty it if necessary.
2. Push the catches in the direction of the arrow while at the same time opening the glove compartment further fig. 148
.
3. Reach to the side behind the cover and pull it backward fig. 148
.
Fitting the cover
1. Reinsert the cover and press it forward until the cover is reengaged.
2. Close the glove box.
Fuse table for fuses in the instrument panel
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
and Introduction.
The list shows the fuse locations for the equipment relevant to the driver. The first column of the table contains the fuse location; the other columns include the rated
current, fuse version and the protected equipment.
Depending on the country and the vehicle equipment, there may be differences from the fuse numbers and fuse locations listed in the table. If necessary, ask for th
exact fuse assignment from suitably qualified professionals. Volkswagen recommends contacting an authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen
Service Facility.
Fuse assignment
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Fig. 149 Fuse assignment in the instrument panel.
Fuse location fig. 149:
F5
25 Amp, ATO®, exterior lighting on the left side.
30 Amp, ATO®, interior lighting.
F6
F7
30 Amp, ATO®, seat heating.
F13
F20
F30
F32
F35
F36
F40
F43
F44
F46
F52
F66
F67
40 A, MAXI+®, central locking.
10 Amp, MINI®, telephone.
20 A, ATO®, Infotainment system scope.
25 Amp, ATO®, exterior lighting on the right side.
40 A, MAXI+®, rear seat heating.
40 A, MAXI+®, blower regulator.
10 Amp, MINI®, anti-theft alarm system.
7,5 amp, MINI®, climate control bar, rear window defroster relay.
7.5 A, MINI®, light switch (dipped beam), rain/light sensor, ambient lighting, ID. Light.
10 Amp, MINI®, Display, Infotainment system control panel.
20 Amp, ATO®, cigarette lighter, sockets.
15 Amp, ATO®, rear window wiper.
30 A, MAXI+®, rear window heating.
Fuse locations in vehicles with a factory-installed trailer hitch:
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F3
25 A, ATO®, control module for left trailer detection.
15 A, ATO®, control module for trailer detection.
15 A, ATO®, control module for trailer detection.
25 A, ATO®, control module for right trailer detection.
F11
F29
F31
Power windows and seats can be protected by circuit breakers or control modules, which switch back on automatically several seconds after correcting the
overload, for example when door windows are frozen shut.
3) Note the installation position. Factory-standard fuse location as shown in the illustration.
Replacing blown fuses
Please read the introductory information and heed the Warnings and Notice ⇒
and Introduction.
Preparations
1. Deactivate drive-ready mode and switch off the lights and all other electrical equipment.
Detecting blown fuses
Fig. 150 Blown fuse (general example).
1. Shine a flashlight on the fuses.
A blown fuse can be recognized from above and from the side through the transparent casing, as its metal strip will be burnt through fig. 150.
Fuse versions
Standard flat connector fuse (ATO®).
Small flat connector fuse (MINI®).
Large flat blade fuse (MAXI® or MAXI+®).
Fuse color codes
Fuses (ATO® - MINI® - MAXI® or MAXI+®).
Color
Current rating
Black
1 A
Purple 3 A
Orange 5 A
Brown 7.5 A
Red
10 A
15 A
Blue
Yellow 20 A
White or clear 25 A
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30 A
Green
Light green 40 A
Replacing fuses
Fig. 151 Plastic pliers for removing or installing a fuse (general example).
1. If necessary, remove the plastic tongs from either the fuse box or the cover of the fuse box fig. 151.
2. Depending on the design of the fuse, slide the appropriately sized clamp on the plastic pliers onto the fuse from above or from the side.
3. Remove the fuse.
4. If a fuse is blown, replace with a fuse with the same rating (same color and same label) and the same size
5. After inserting the new fuse, place the plastic pliers back in the cover, if necessary.
6. Reinstall the cover or close the fuse box cover.
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NOTICE
If a fuse is replaced by a fuse with a higher current rating, this could damage the electrical system in another location.
Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher current rating.
Jump-starting
Introduction
The vehicle must not be tow started for technical reasons. If the vehicle's drive system cannot be engaged because the 12 V vehicle battery is dead, the 12 V
vehicle battery on another vehicle can be used to engage your vehicle's drive system.
For technical reasons, the jump-start points in electric vehicles are not designed for use in jump-starting other vehicles
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WARNING
Using jumper cables incorrectly and performing a jump-start incorrectly could cause the 12 V vehicle battery to explode. Serious injuries may result.
Always read and heed the warnings and safety precautions before working on the 12 V vehicle battery
Never confuse the positive battery terminal with the negative battery terminal.
Never jump-start a vehicle with a frozen or thawed 12 V vehicle battery.
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Introduction.
WARNING
During a jump-start, a highly explosive gas mixture builds up at the 12 V vehicle battery. Sparks produced during a jump-start could ignite the flammable gas.
Serious injuries may result.
Always keep fires, sparks, open flames, and lit cigarettes far away from the 12 V vehicle battery.
Avoid discharging static electricity near the 12 V vehicle battery.
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