270 If and when
Fuses
Changing fuses
If a fuse has blown, it must be replaced.
Fig. 202 Left side of
dash panel: Fuse box cov-
er
Fig. 203 Schematic
drawing of fuse box at
the left-hand end of dash
panel: Fuses (without
fuse cover)
–Switch off the ignition and its failed electrical component.
–Remove the fuse cover using a screwdriver ⇒ Fig. 202.
–Identify the fuse corresponding to the damaged electric con-
sumer ⇒ page 271, Fuse assignment.
–Take the plastic clip from inside the fuse cover, fit it onto the
blown fuse, and pull the fuse out.
–Replace the blown fuse (which will have a melted metal strip)
with a new fuse of the same amp rating.
–Fit the fuse cover back on.
The individual electrical circuits are protected by fuses. The fuses are loca-
ted behind a cover at the left-hand end of the dash panel.
Two spare fuses and a sticker identifying the fuses are provided on the in-
side of the fuse cover. There is also a crank handle for operating the sun-
roof* by hand (if the electrical system fails).
CAUTION
Never “repair” damaged fuses and never replace them with fuses with a
higher rating. Failure to comply could result in fire. It could also cause dam-
age to other parts of the electrical system.
Note
If a newly replaced fuse blows again after a short time, the electrical system
must be checked by a specialised workshop as soon as possible.
