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In this article, you will find information about the fuses of the Volkswagen Passat (B3) (models 1990, 1991, 1992, and 1993), 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 Passat B3
Caution!
Using the wrong fuse, using a blown fuse that has been repaired, and using metal objects in place of fuses to complete the electrical connection in the circuit can cause fires and serious 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 similar object.
Location of the Fuse Box
The fuse panel is located behind the lower panel on the driver’s side of the dashboard.
Fuse Box Diagram
| № | A | Function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10A | Headlight, low beam, left |
| 2 | 10A | Headlight, low beam, right |
| 3 | 10A | Instrument panel lights, license plate lights |
| 4 | 15A | Rear window wiper (wagon) |
| 5 | 15A | Windshield wiper/washer |
| 6 | 20A | Fresh air fan |
| 7 | 10A | Side marker and taillights, right |
| 8 | 10A | Side marker and taillights, left |
| 9 | 20A | Rear window defogger |
| 10 | - | - |
| 11 | 10A | Headlight, high beam, left |
| 12 | 10A | Headlight, high beam, right |
| 13 | 15A | Horn |
| 14 | 10A | Back-up lights, heated windshield washer nozzles |
| 15 | 10A | Deceleration fuel cut-off, fuel pump after run |
| 16 | 15A | Instrument cluster lights, glove compartment light |
| 17 | 10A | Emergency flashers |
| 18 | 20A | Fuel pump, oxygen sensor heater |
| 19 | 30A | Radiator cooling fan, A/C relay |
| 20 | 10A | Brake lights |
| 21 | 15A | Interior lights, cigarette lighter, digital clock |
| 22 | 10A | Radio |
Relays
| № | Functiom |
|---|---|
| 1 | A/C relay (13)* |
| 2 | Rear window wiper (wagon) (72)* |
| 3 | - |
| 4 | Load reduction relay (18)* |
| 5 | Low coolant level control unit (43)* |
| 6 | Emergency flasher relay (21)* |
| 7 | - |
| 8 | Intermittent wash wipe relay (19)* |
| 9 | Seat belt warning system control unit (27,34)* |
| 10 | - |
| 11 | Horn relay (53)* |
| 12 | Fuel pump relay (67,80)* |
| 13 | Back-up light fuse (auto. trans.) |
| 14 | Radiator cooling fan after run control unit (31)* |
| 15 | ABS hydraulic pump relay (78)* |
| 16 | ABS relay (79)* |
| 17 | - |
| 18 | - |
| 19 | A/C relay (56)* |
| 20 | Starter cut-outback-up light relay (50)* |
| 21 | ABS hydraulic pump fuse/power window fuse |
| 22 | ABS valves fuse |
| 23 | Cruise control fuse/automatic shoulder belt system fuse |
| 24 | - |
| *Numbers in parentheses indicate production control number stamped on relay housing. | |