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In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Subaru Forester (SJ; models 2017 and 2018), including diagrams of the fuse boxes, a list of fuses, their designation, and the location of the fuse blocks within the vehicle.
Checking and Replacing Fuses in Subaru Forester
The fuses are designed to melt during an overload to prevent damage to the wiring harness and electrical equipment. The fuses are located in two fuse boxes.
Caution!
Never replace a fuse with one having a higher rating or with material other than a fuse because serious damage or a fire could result.
Location of Fuse Boxes
Instrument Panel Fuse Block:
Instrument Panel Fuse Block located under the instrument panel behind the fuse box cover on the driver’s seat side. To remove the cover, pull it out.
Under-Hood Compartment Fuse Block:
The engine compartment fuse block is located under the hood on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
Always consult your SUBARU dealer before installing fog lights or any other electrical equipment in your vehicle. Such accessories may cause the electronic system to malfunction if they are incorrectly installed or if they are not suited for the vehicle.
Fuse Box Diagrams
2017-2018
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
| № | A | Circuit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20A | Trailer hitch connector |
| 2 | 15A | Rear seat heater |
| 3 | 15A | Door locking |
| 4 | 10A | Front wiper deicer relay |
| 5 | 10A | Combination meter |
| 6 | 7.5A | Remote control rear view mirrors |
| Seat heater relay | ||
| 7 | 15A | Combination meter |
| Integrated unit | ||
| 8 | 10A | Stop light |
| 9 | 15A | Front wiper deicer |
| 10 | 7.5A | D-OP +B |
| 11 | 7.5A | Turn signal unit |
| 12 | 15A | Transmission control unit |
| Engine control unit | ||
| Integrated unit | ||
| 13 | 20A | Accessory power outlet (center console) |
| 14 | 15A | Parking light |
| Tail light | ||
| Rear combination light | ||
| 15 | 10A | Luggage light |
| Keyless unit | ||
| 16 | 7.5A | Illumination |
| 17 | 15A | Seat heaters |
| 18 | 10A | Backup light |
| 19 | 7.5A | Wiper relay |
| 20 | 10A | Accessory power outlet (instrument panel) |
| 21 | 10A | Starter relay |
| 22 | 7.5A | Air conditioner |
| Rear window defogger relay coil | ||
| 23 | Empty | |
| 24 | 10A | Audio unit |
| Navigation system (if equipped) | ||
| 25 | 15A | SRS airbag system |
| 26 | Empty | |
| 27 | 15A | Blower fan |
| 28 | 15A | Blower fan |
| 29 | 15A | Fog light |
| 30 | Empty | |
| 31 | 7.5A | Auto air conditioner unit |
| Integrated unit | ||
| 32 | 7.5A | Clutch switch |
| Steering lock control unit | ||
| 33 | 7.5A | Vehicle Dynamics Control unit |
Under-Hood Compartment Fuse Block
| № | A | Circuit |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30A | ABS unit Vehicle |
| Dynamics Control unit | ||
| 2 | 25A | Main fan (cooling fan) |
| 3 | 25A | Sub fan (cooling fan) |
| 4 | Empty | |
| 5 | 25A | Audio |
| 6 | 30A | Headlight (low beam) |
| 7 | 15A | Headlight (high beam) |
| 8 | 20A | Back-up |
| 9 | 15A | Horn |
| 10 | 25A | Rear window defogger |
| Mirror heater | ||
| 11 | 20A | Fuel pump |
| 12 | 20A | Continuously variable transmission control unit |
| 13 | 7.5A | Engine control unit |
| 14 | 15A | Turn and hazard warning flasher |
| 15 | 15A | Tail and illumination relay |
| 16 | 7.5A | Alternator |
| 17 | Empty | |
| 18 | Empty | |
| 19 | 15A | Headlight (low beam - right hand) |
| 20 | 15A | Headlight (low beam - left hand) |