Get Breakdown assistance -> Fuses Guide for Volkswagen California Van Third Generation (2015-2024)

Introduction

At the time of publication we are unable to provide an complete overview of the locations of the fuses for the

electrical consumers. This is because the vehicle is under constant development, because fuses are assigned

differently depending on the vehicle equipment level and because several electrical consumers may use a single fuse.

You can get more information about the fuse layout from a Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles dealership.

Several pieces of electrical equipment can share a single fuse. Conversely, a single consumer could have more than

one fuse.

Therefore fuses should only be replaced when the cause of the fault has been rectified. If a new fuse blows again

shortly after fitting, have the electrical system checked by a suitably qualified workshop as soon as possible.

WARNING

High voltages in the electrical system can cause electric shocks, serious burns and death.

● Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.

● Avoid causing short circuits in the electrical system.

WARNING

Using unsuitable or repaired fuses and bridging an electrical circuit without fuses can cause a fire and serious

injuries.

● Never fit fuses that have a higher fuse protection limit.

● Replace fuses only with fuses with the same rating and size. Make sure that the colour and markings are identical

to the defective fuse.

● Never repair fuses.

● Never use a metal strip, paper clip or similar objects to replace a fuse.

NOTICE

To avoid damage to the electrical system in the vehicle, switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical

consumers before changing a fuse.

● Make sure that it is not possible to switch on the ignition when changing a fuse.

NOTICE

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

NOTICE

Dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.

● Protect open fuse boxes against the ingress of dirt and moisture.

NOTICE

To avoid damage to the vehicle:

● Carefully remove the fuse box covers and fit them correctly again after completing work.

This chapter does not refer to all the fuses located in the vehicle. These should be changed only by a

correspondingly qualified workshop.

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Fuses in the dash panel

Fig. 1 On the left next to the steering wheel: cover of the

fuse box in the dash panel.

Opening the fuse cover

1. Reach into the recess and carefully open the cover in the direction of the arrow→ Fig. 1.

Closing the fuse cover

1. fold the cover closed against the direction of the arrow.

In some vehicles, a pair of plastic grippers for removing fuses is located on the inside of the cover of the fuse box in

the dash panel.

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Fuses in the engine compartment

Opening the fuse box in the engine compartment

Fig. 1 On the left-hand side in the engine compartment:

fuse box cover.

1

2

3

4

5

Screw.

Separator strip.

Partition.

Quick-release fastener.

Fuse cover.

1. Open the bonnet

.

2. If necessary, remove the battery cover.

1

2

3. If it exists, unscrew the bolt→ Fig. 1

and remove the separator strip→ Fig. 1

upwards.

3

4. Remove the partition → Fig. 1

upwards in the direction of the arrow.

4

5. Turn both quick release fasteners→ Fig. 1

by 90°.

5

6. Take hold of the fuse cover→ Fig. 1

at the front, and fold it upwards.

In some vehicles, a pair of plastic grippers for removing fuses is located on the inside of the cover of the fuse box in

the dash panel.

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Replacing blown fuses

Preparations

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

Detecting a blown fuse

Fig. 1 Blown fuse (illustration).

1. Shine a torch onto the fuse.

You can see if a fuse is blown from the top and side through the transparent housing due to the melted metal strip

→ Fig. 1.

Fuse types

—Standard flat blade fuse (ATO^®).

—Small flat blade fuse (MINI^®).

—Large flat blade fuse (MAXI^®or MAXI+^®).

Colour coding of fuses

Fuses (ATO^®- MINI^®- MAXI^®and MAXI+^®).

Colour

Amp rating

Black

1 amps

Purple

3 amps

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Orange

5 amps

Brown

7.5 amps

Red

10 amps

Blue

15 amps

Yellow

20 amps

White or clear

25 amps

Green

30 amps

Light green

40 amps

Changing a fuse

Fig. 2 Removing or inserting fuse (illustration).

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Plastic pliers.

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1

1. If necessary, take the plastic pliers→ Fig. 2

out of the cover of the respective fuse box.

2. Fit the plastic pliers from above→ Fig. 2

1

for small fuses or push the plastic pliers onto the fuse from the

side → Fig. 2

in the case of larger fuses.

3. Remove the fuse.

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

same size →

.

5. Replace the cover.

NOTICE

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

Introduction

For technical reasons, your vehicle may not be push-started→

.

If the engine fails to start because the 12-volt vehicle battery is flat, the discharged battery can be connected to the

12-volt battery of another vehicle to start the engine.

Suitable jump leads are required to provide and receive jump starts. The following cable cross-sections must not be

undercut by the current-emitting vehicle.

— Vehicles with a petrol engine:For jump starting the vehicle with a discharged 12-volt vehicle battery, the wire

cross-section of the jump lead must be at least 25 mm²(0.038 in²).

— Vehicles with an electric drive or hybrid drive: For jump starting the vehicle with a discharged 12-volt vehicle

battery, the wire cross-section of the jump lead must be at least 25 mm²(0.038 in²).

— Vehicles with diesel engine:For jump starting the vehicle with a discharged 12-volt vehicle battery, the wire cross-

section of the jump lead must be at least 35 mm²(0.054 in²).

WARNING

Using the jump leads incorrectly or completing the jump start procedure incorrectly can cause the battery to

explode, which can lead to severe injuries. Please note the following in order to reduce the risk of the battery

exploding:

● Always read and observe the warnings and safety information before carrying out any kind of work on the 12-volt

vehicle battery (→ 12-volt vehicle battery).

● Please note that the vehicle battery providing assistance must also have the same voltage of 12 volts and

approximately the same capacity as the flat 12-volt vehicle battery. Refer to the label on the vehicle battery for

information on the capacity.

● Please note that the vehicles must not touch each other, as any contact could mean that electricity could flow as

soon as the positive battery terminals are connected.

● Never confuse the positive battery terminal with the negative battery terminal or connect the jump leads

incorrectly.

● Use only jump leads with fully insulated terminal clamps.

● Position the jump leads so that they never come into contact with any moving parts in the engine compartment.

● Observe the operating instructions provided by the jump lead manufacturer.

● Observe the owner’s manual of the vehicle providing jump starting assistance.

WARNING

A highly explosive mixture of gases is given off when the 12-volt vehicle battery is jump started.

● Always keep fire, sparks, naked flames and lit cigarettes away from the 12-volt vehicle battery.

● Never use a mobile telephone when the jump leads are being connected or disconnected.

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