Volkswagen Polo Quiz
Fuses

Changing a blown fuse

In this manual: Fuses
Vehicle exterior — 4Vehicle interior — 8Instrument cluster — 14Before setting off — 14Opening and closing — 35Sitting correctly and safely — 46Lights and vision — 26Transporting items — 29Practical equipment — 20Starting the engine, changing gear and parking — 34Driver assist systems — 18Air conditioning system — 8At the filling station — 14In the engine compartment — 24Vehicle care and maintenance — 66Practical tips — 2In an emergency — 5Manual opening and closing — 6Vehicle toolkit — 4Hubcaps — 4Changing a wheel — 9Breakdown set — 7Fuses — 4Changing a bulb — 13Starting the engine with jump leads — 4Tow-starting and towing — 7
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Fig. 174 A blown fuse

Fig. 175 Removing or fitting a fuse using the plastic pliers ①

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Preparation

  • Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.
  • Open the appropriate fuse box .

Detecting a blown fuse

If the metal strip is melted this indicates that the fuse has blown .

Shine a torch onto the fuse. This will help you to spot the blown fuse more easily.

Changing a fuse

  • If applicable, take the plastic pliers out of the fuse box cover.
  • For small fuses, push the catch on ① from above A.
  • For bigger fuses, push the catch ① onto the fuse from the side B.
  • Remove the fuse
  • If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse of the same amp rating (same colour and same markings) and same size .
  • If necessary, re-insert the plastic pliers into the cover.
  • Replace the cover.

NOTICE

You can damage another position in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.

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