Changing a blown fuse

Fig. 214 A fuse which has blown

Fig. 215 Removing or fitting the fuse using the plastic pliers ①

First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings

Preparations

• Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.

• Open the appropriate fuse box .

Detecting a fuse which has blown

A melted metal strip 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.

• Pull out the blown fuse.

• If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse of the same amp rating (same colour and same imprint) and same size .

• Fit the cover back in place or fold the cover up.

NOTICE

You could cause damage to another location in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.