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Fuses and light bulbs
Fuses
Introduction
Fig. 264
Blown fuse
Individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. A blown fuse is recognisa-
ble by the molten metal strip » Fig. 264
/
.
WARNING
Always read and observe the warnings before completing any work in the
engine compartment » page 198.
CAUTION
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Replace the faulty fuse with a new one of the same amperage.
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If a newly inserted fuse again blows after a short time, then seek assistance
from a specialist garage.
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“Do not repair” the fuses and do not replace them with stronger fuses - dan-
ger of fire and damage to another electrical system.
Note
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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
may exist for a single power-consuming device.
Fuses in the dashboard
Fig. 265
Remove the fuse box cover.
Read and observe and on page 222 first.
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 » Fig. 265 in the direction of the arrow.
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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
A
.
222
Do-it-yourself
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