Fuses -> Introduction for Your Volkswagen Passat SUV Seventh Generation (2010-2014)

Fuses  
¤ Introduction  
In this section you’ll find information about:  
Fuses in the vehicle  
Replacing blown fuses  
Due to ongoing development of the vehicle, configuration-dependent  
allocation of fuses and the combined fuse protection of multiple loads  
with one fuse, an up-to-date overview of the fuse location per load is  
not possible at the time of printing. Detailed information regarding  
fuse box layout is available from authorized Volkswagen dealers and  
authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities.  
In general, one fuse can protect several loads. One load can also be  
protected by several fuses.  
Find out why the fuse blew and correct the problem before replacing  
a blown fuse. If a newly replaced fuse blows again after a short time,  
the electrical system should be checked by an authorized  
Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.  
More information:  
Working in the engine compartment Working in the engine com-  
partment  
WARNING  
High voltage systems in the engine compartment can cause  
electrical shocks, severe burns, and even death!  
Never touch ignition cables. Never touch other components  
of the high voltage electronic ignition system.  
Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.  
WARNING  
Using the wrong fuse, using a blown fuse that has been re-  
paired, and using metal objects in place of fuses to complete  
the electrical connection in the circuit can cause fires and seri-  
ous personal injury.  
Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amp rating.  
Replace a blown fuse only with a fuse of the same amperage  
(same color and same imprint) and same overall size.  
Never repair fuses.  
Never replace fuses with a metal strip, a paper clip, or a simi-  
lar object.  
NOTICE  
To help prevent damage to the electrical system, switch off all  
lights and accessories, switch off the ignition, and remove the  
key from the ignition switch before replacing a fuse.  
If a fuse is replaced with a fuse with higher amperage, this can  
also cause damage at different locations in the electrical system.  
Open fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture.  
Dirt and moisture in fuse boxes can cause damage to the electri-  
cal system.  
Fuses in the vehicle  
Fig. 196 On the driver side of the instrument panel: Fuse box cover.