Fuse

Chapter 6 · Manual page 283

Fuses are simple circuit breakers which protect the car’s electrical equipment by preventing the electrical circuits from being overloaded. A blown fuse indicates that the circuit under its protection been subject to overload or has developed a fault. If you suspect a fuse is faulty, you can take it out of the fuse box and inspect it to see if the wire in the fuse is blown. It is recommended to carry spare fuses in the vehicle, which can be obtained from an Authorised Repairer. IMPORTANT

  • NEVER attempt to repair a blown fuse. ALWAYS replace a fuse with one of the same rating, it is possible a fire may be caused due to electrical system damage or circuit overload.
  • If the replaced fuse blows immediately, please contact an Authorised Repairer for service as soon as possible.