Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Introduction
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. A blown fuse is recognisa-
ble by the molten metal strip
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WARNING
Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment
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CAUTION
Replace the faulty fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
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If a newly inserted fuse blows again after a short time, seek assistance from
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a specialist garage.
"Do not repair" the fuses and do not replace them with stronger fuses - dan-
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ger of fire and damage to another electrical system.
Note
We recommend always carrying replacement fuses in the vehicle.
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There can be several power consuming devices for one fuse. Multiple fuses
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may exist for a single power consuming device.
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Do-it-yourself
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Blown fuse
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Fuses in the dashboard
Read and observe
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The fuses are located on the bottom of the dash panel behind a cover.
Replacing fuses
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Remove the ignition key, turn off the lights and all electrical consumers.
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Remove the cover of the fuse box
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Remove the plastic clip from the holder in the fuse box cover.
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Use the clip to pull the fuse out, then insert a new fuse.
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Replace the bracket at the original position.
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Insert the top edge of the cover into the dash panel first.
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Push the lower edge of the cover in the region
Fig. 264
Remove the fuse box cover.
on page 228 first.
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in the direction of the arrow.
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