Fuses Replacement - Audi 100 Quattro Owner's Manual

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FUSES
A failure in the electrical system may be
caused by a blown fuse.
Fuses are arranged in one centralized
unit. The fuse/relay box is located under
the engine hood. The fuses are protected
by a cov er.
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Replac ing a fuse
Before replacing a fuse turn off all
lights and accessories and remove
the ignition key to avoid damaging the
electrical system.
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To remove the fuse/relay box cover,
unhook both tongue latches on outside of
cover. See illustration.
A – spare fuses
B – additional fuses (number 23-30)
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Consult the fuse listing on the
following page to find out which fuse
belongs to the component that has failed.
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Remove blown fuse w
clip provided. This clip is located on the
fuse/relay box cover.
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Fou r spare fuses (A) of different
ampere
vehicle. It is good planning to keep a
suppl y of spare fuses on hand. They are
available at your Audi dealer.
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Replace the blown fuse, which can
be recognized by the burnt metal strip,
with a fuse of equal ampere rating.
Do not use a fus
because this could damage the electrical
part.
If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep
on replacing
circuit or overload must be found. On
ith the plastic
no accou
up with tin foil or wire as this may
cause serious damage elsewhere in
the electrical circuit or cause a fir
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Reinstall fuse/relay box cover.
Always heed WARNINGS on page 102.
ratings are provided with the
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nt should fuses be patched
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