Fuses - Mercedes-Benz 2005 M-Class Operator's Manual

Fuses

The electrical fuses in your vehicle serve to
stop the supply of electricity to a device
that is malfunctioning. This helps to
prevent damage to the other vehicle
electronics.
The following aids are available to help you
change fuses ( page 298):
Fuse chart
Spare fuses
Fuse extractor
Warning!
Only use fuses approved for Mercedes-Benz
with the specified amperage for the system
in question. Otherwise, a short circuit could
result and cause a fire.
!
Only install fuses that have been tested
and approved by Mercedes-Benz and
that have the specified amperage
rating.
Otherwise, electrical parts or systems
could be damaged.
Never attempt to repair or bridge a
blown fuse. Have the cause determined
and remedied by an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Light Truck Center.
Practical hints
The electrical fuses are located in different
G
fuse boxes:
Main fuse box in engine compartment
( page 298)
Fuse box in front passenger footwell
( page 299)
Fuses
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