Fuse Box
The fuse box holds the fuses and often relays that protect the car's electrical circuits.
What is Fuse Box?
Cars usually have one in the engine bay and one inside the cabin. The lid or manual shows which fuse protects which circuit. Some are integrated into control modules. Some fuse boxes contain large main fuses for the alternator and high-current circuits. A spare fuse set and puller are often clipped inside the lid. Corrosion inside the box can create faults that come and go.
How it works
Each fuse sits between the power supply and a circuit.
Why it matters for your car
Water entering a fuse box can cause many faults. Always replace a fuse with the same rating.
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