12 volt vehicle battery and fuses › Fuses 207
Replacing a fuse
Start up the vehicle with the discharged 12 volt
vehicle battery.
If the engine of the vehicle with the discharged 12
volt vehicle battery does not start within 10 sec-
onds, repeat the starting procedure after approxi-
mately 30 seconds.
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Replace the fuse with
the clamp located on
the inside of the fuse
box cover in the engine
compartment.
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Disconnecting the cable
Disconnect the cables in the reverse order from
connection.
Use the appropriate
end of the clamp ac-
cording to the fuse di-
mensions.
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Fuses
What you should be mindful of
Fuses in the dash panel
Overview
NOTICE
Fire hazard and risk of damage to the electrical sys-
tem.
Access to fuses – left-hand drive
Open the storage compartment on the driver's
side.
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Do not repair fuses or replace them with stronger
fuses.
Replace the defective fuse with a new fuse with
the same amperage.
We recommend using replacement fuses from the
ŠKODA Genuine Accessories range. These guaran-
tee reliable and safe protection of the vehicle’s
electric system.
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Press the button and
open the tray.
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Change the fuse.
Close the storage
compartment.
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If a newly inserted fuse blows again, seek the help
of a specialist garage.
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One fuse may belong to several consumers. One
consumer may have several fuses.
Access to fuses – right-hand drive
Open the storage compartment on the passenger's
side.
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Functionality
Loosen the brake rod
of the storage com-
partment.
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Fuses protect the vehicle systems from damage
caused by excessive current. The fuse blows when
the current is exceeded.
Press the locking lugs,
the storage compart-
ment folds down.
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Change the fuse.
Insert and lock the
brake rod.
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Blown fuse
Conditions for replacing a fuse
Close the storage
compartment.
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✓ Ignition off
✓ Driver door opened
✓ All consumers switched off
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