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In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Volkswagen New Beetle and New Beetle Convertible (models 2002, 2003, 2004, and 2005), including diagrams of the fuse boxes, a list of fuses and relays, their designation, and the location of the fuse blocks within the vehicle.
Checking and Replacing Fuses in VW New Beetle
Caution!
Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses, and bridging a power circuit without fuses can causes fires and serious injuries.
- Never install fuses that have a higher amp rating.
- Replace fuses only with fuses of same rating and size. Make sure that the color and label are identical to the faulty fuse.
- Never repair fuses.
- Never use metal strips, paper clips or similar objects as substitutes for fuses.
Fuses in the Instrument Panel
The fuse panel is located behind trim panel on far left side of dashboard.
Fuse Box Diagram
| № | A | Circuit Protected |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10A | Glove Compartment Light Switch, Glove Compartment Light, Washer Nozzle Heater (Left & Right), Heated Mirror Relay |
| 2 | 10A | Turn Signal Relay |
| 3 | 5A | Instrument Panel Light Dimmer Switch |
| 4 | 5A | Dual Horns, License Plate Light |
| 5 | 7.5A | Clutch Vacuum Vent Valve Switch, Power Mirror Switch, Driver's Heated Seat Adjust Control Switch, Automatic Day/Night Interior Mirror, Cruise Control Switch, A-C High Pressure Sensor, Fresh Air/Recirculation Air Switch, Brake Vacuum Vent Switch1, Brake Pedal Switch2 |
| 6 | 5A | Comfort System Central Control Module, Driver's Door Warning Indicator Light |
| 7 | 10A | Back-Up Light Switch, Park Neutral Position Relay, Selector Lever Position Warning Light, Speedometer Vehicle Speed Sensor, Multi-Function Transmission Range Switch3 |
| 8 | - | - |
| 9 | 5A | ABS Control Module, Anti-Slip Control Switch, Steering Angle Sensor |
| 10 | 10A | ECM, ECM Power Relay (All Engine Codes) |
| 10A | Diesel Direct Fuel Injection ECM (Engine Code ALH) | |
| 11 | 5A | Instmment Panel, Instrument Panel Control Indicator Unit, Shift Lock Solenoid |
| 12 | 7.5A | DLC (Terminal 16) |
| 13 | 10A | High Mount Brake Light, Left Brake/Tail Light, Brake Light Switch |
| 14 | 10A | Comfort System Central Control Module |
| 15 | 5A | Control Module W/Indicator, Transmission Control Module, ABS Warning Indicator Light |
| 16 | 10A | Coolant Fan Control Module |
| 17 | - | - |
| 18 | 10A | Headlight High Beam Indicator |
| 19 | 10A | Headlight (High Beam - Left) |
| 20 | 15A | Headlight (High & Low Beam - Right) |
| 21 | 15A | Daytime Running Lights Change-Over Relay, Headlight (Low Beam - Left) |
| 22 | 5A | Control Module W/Indicator, Parking Light (Right), Front Side Marker Light (Right), Tail Light (Right), Brake Light (Right) Turn Signal Light (Right Front) |
| 23 | 5A | Control Module W/Indicator, Tail Light (Left), Parking Light (Left), Front Side Marker Light (Left), Brake Light (Left), Turn Signal (Left), Headlight Switch |
| 24 | 20A | Wiper/Washer Intermittent Relay & Switch |
| 25 | 25A | Fresh Air Blower Switch, Fresh Air Blower Motor |
| 26 | 20A | Rear Window Defogger Switch |
| 27 | - | - |
| 28 | 15A | Fuel Pump |
| 29 | 15A | ECM (All Engine Codes) |
| 10A | Diesel Direct Fuel Injection ECM (Engine Code ALH) | |
| 30 | 20A | Power Sunroof Control Module |
| 31 | 20A | Transmission Control Module, Multi-Function Transmission Range Switch, Brake Booster Control Module |
| 32 | 10A | Fuel Injectors (All Engine Codes) |
| 15A | Diesel Direct Fuel Injection ECM, Modulating Piston Displacement Sensor, PCV Heating Element (Engine Code ALH) | |
| 33 | 20A | Wiper/Washer Intermittent Relay |
| 34 | 10A | PCV Heating Element (Engine Codes AVH/AZG & BDC) |
| 10A | Turbocharger Recirculation Valve, Wastegate Bypass Valve, Camshaft Adjuster Valve (Engine Code AWV) | |
| 10A | Wastegate Bypass Regulator Valve, EGR Vacuum Regulator Solenoid Valve, Intake Manifold Flap Change-Over Valve, Cold Start Injector, Glow Plug Triggering Control Module (Engine Code ALH) | |
| 35 | 30A | Luggage Compartment 12V Outlet4 |
| 36 | 15A | Fog Light Switch |
| 37 | 10A | Comfort System Central Control Module, Instrument Cluster, Radio |
| 38 | 15A | Remote Fuel Door Switch & Motor, Comfort System Central Control Module |
| 39 | 15A | Turn Signal Relay, Side Door Control Module (Driver's & Passenger's) |
| 40 | 20A | Dual Horn Relay |
| 41 | 15A | Cigarette Lighter, Cigarette Lighter Light, 12V Socket, Luggage Compartment 12V Outlet5, Lighting Controller Illumination, Rear Window Defogger Switch Illumination |
| 42 | 25A | Radio, Amplifier, Emergency Llasher |
| 43 | 10A | Brake Vacuum Vent Valve Solenoid, Leak Detection Pump, Heated Oxygen Sensors Pre & Post Catalytic Converter, EVAP Canister Purge Regulator Valve (All Engine Codes) |
| 10A | Brake Vacuum Vent Valve Solenoid, Brake Pedal Switch (Engine Code ALH) | |
| 44 | 15A | Heated Seat Control Module (Driver's & Passenger's) |
| 67 | 30A | Convertible Top Control Module |
| 68 | 30A | Convertible Top Hydraulic Pump Relay Circuit Breaker |
| *1) On 1.8L (AWV) engines only. *2) On 2.0L (AVH/AZG and BDC) engines only. *3) On 2.0L Engine (BDC) only. *4) On Convertible only. *5) Except Convertible. | ||
Relay Panel
Relay panels are under driver’s side of dash, behind trim panel.
| №4 | A | Circuit Protected |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dual Horn | |
| 2 | Load Reduction | |
| 3 | Not Used | |
| 4 | Fuel Pump | |
| V | Wiper/Washer Intermittent | |
| VI | Wiper/Washer Intermittent | |
| 1 | Not Used | |
| 2 | Not Used | |
| 3 | Not Used | |
| 4 | Lock Relay For Starter (Clutch Pedal Switch) | |
| 5 | Not Used | |
| 6 | Not Used | |
| 7 | Daytime Running Light Change-Over | |
| 8 | Heated Exterior Mirror1 | |
| 9 | Not Used | |
| 10 | Glow Plug2 Third Speed Coolant Fan Control3 | |
| 11 | Park/Neutral Position | |
| 12 | Power Supply (Terminal 30, B+) | |
| 13 | Not Used | |
| B5 | 15A | Brake Vacuum Pump |
| E | 30A | Power Window Circuit Breaker |
| F | 15A | Alarm System & Anti-Theft |
| G | 15A | Central Locking / Anti-Theft Warning System |
| *1) On models equipped with manual windows. *2) Applies to vehicles equipped with 1.9L (ALH) only. *3) On 1.8L (AWV) only. *4) Manufacturer does not specify position of fuse. Available position is "A", "C" and "D". *5) On convertible models only. | ||
Fuses in the Engine Compartment
The battery fuse panel is located on battery cover.
Fuse Box Diagram
| № | A | Circuit Protected |
|---|---|---|
| S162 | 50A | Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay (Engine Codes AVH/AZG) Fuse 51 (20A), Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay (Engine Code AWV) Preheating Coolant (Low & High Heat Output) Relay (Engine Code ALH) |
| S163 | 50A | Fuel Pump Relay (Engine Codes AVH/AZG, AWV & BDC) Glow Plug Triggering Control Module (Engine Code ALH) |
| S164 | 30A | Coolant Fan Control Module (Engine Code AVH/AZG & ALH) Third Speed Coolant Fan Control Relay (AWV) |
| 40A | Secondary Air Injection Pump Relay (BDC) | |
| S176 | 110A | Load Reduction Relay |
| S177 | 110A | Generator (All Engine Codes) |
| 150A | Generator (BDC) | |
| S178 | 30A | ABS Control Module |
| S179 | 30A | ABS Control Module |
| S180 | 30A | Coolant Fan Control Thermal Switch |
Additional Fuses and Relays
| № | A | Circuit Protected |
|---|---|---|
| S511 | 20A | Brake System Vacuum Pump (Automatic Only) |
| S3292 | 30A | Rear Spoiler Motor |
| *1) Located in left side of engine compartment, within protective housing. *2) Only equipped on 1.8L GL. | ||
Motronic Engine Control Module (ECM) power supply relay:
In engine compartment, left side, to left of brake fluid reservoir, inside housing.
Secondary Air Injection (AIR) pump relay:
In engine compartment, left side, to left of brake fluid reservoir, inside housing.
Preheating Coolant Relays – low heat output / high heat output:
In engine compartment, left side, to left of brake fluid reservoir, inside housing.