2020 Honda Pilot Fuses and Fuse Box | Checking and replacing fuses

2020 Honda Pilot Fuses and Fuse Box | Checking and replacing fuses

The 2020 Honda Pilot has a full electrical system that runs many parts and accessories inside the car. The car comes with a fuse box that has fuses of different amperages to protect the circuits and prevent electricity problems. The fuse box is an important part because it breaks the electrical link in case of a power surge or other problem.
Checking and changing the fuses in a 2020 Honda Pilot is a simple task. The fuse box is usually in the engine bay or under the dashboard. It has a diagram that shows what each fuse does and how much current it can handle. To figure out what’s wrong with an electrical system, you need to look in the owner’s manual for the exact fuse that controls the broken part.
To test a fuse, all you have to do is pull it out and look at the metal strip inside. As a spark blows, the strip will break or melt. If a fuse is broken, it can be changed out for a new one with the same power. To keep the electrical system in your car from having problems, it’s important to use the right amperage number.
The 2020 Honda Pilot’s electrical parts will last longer and work better if the switches are checked and maintained regularly. This easy but important job can save you time and money by avoiding electrical problems and making sure you have a smooth drive.

Fuses

Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) and check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.

Engine Compartment Fuse Box Type A
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. Located near the passenger’s side damper house. Push the tabs to open the box.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

	Circuit Protected	Amps
1	−	(70 A)
	REAR BLOWER	30 A
	ABS/VSA MTR	40 A
	ABS/VSA FSR	20 A
	MAIN FAN	30 A
	MAIN FUSE	150 A
	SUB FAN	30 A
	WIP MTR	30 A
	WASHER	20 A
	SUNSHADE	20 A
	ENGINE MOUNT	30 A
	FRONT BLOWER	40 A
2	A/C INVERTER	30 A
	STANDARD AMP	30 A
	REAR DEF	40 A
	−	30 A
	PREMIUM AMP	20 A
3	−	−
	−	−
	−	−
	−	−
4	PARKING LIGHT	10 A
5	CRUISE CANCEL SW	7.5 A
6	STOPLIGHT	10 A
7	FI SUB VSS	10 A
8	L H/L LO	10 A
9	−	−
10	R H/L LO	10 A
11	IGPS	7.5 A
12	INJECTOR	20 A
13	H/L LO MAIN	20 A
14	FI-ECU BACKUP	10 A
15	FRONT FOG*	10 A
16	HAZARD	15 A
17	PASSENGER P/SEAT (RECLINE)*	20 A
18	PASSENGER P/SEAT (SLIDE)*	20 A
19	PREMIUM AMP	20 A

 

	Circuit Protected	Amps
20	MG CLUTCH	7.5 A
21	MAIN RLY	15 A
22	FI SUB	15 A
23	IG COIL	15 A
24	DBW	15 A
25	SMALL/STOP MAIN	20 A
26	BACK UP	10 A
27	HTD STRG WHEEL	(15 A)
28	HORN	10 A
29	RADIO	15 A*120 A*2

1. Models with Display Audio
2. Models with color audio system

Engine Compartment Fuse Box Type B
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

	Circuit Protected	Amps
1	ST CUT1*	(40 A)
	4WD*	(20 A)
	IG MAIN	30 A
	IG MAIN2	30 A
	P/TAILGATE MOTOR*	(40 A)
	F/B MAIN2	60 A
	F/B MAIN	60 A
	EPS	60 A
2	TRAILER MAIN	(30 A)
3	TRAILER E-BRAKE	(20 A)
4	BATTERY SENSOR	7.5 A
5	H/L HI MAIN	20 A
6	P/TAILGATE CLOSER*	(20 A)
7	CTR ACC SOCKET	20 A
8	REAR ACC SOCKET*	(20 A)
9	FRONT WIPER DEICER*	(15 A)
10	ACC/IG2_MAIN	10 A
11	TRAILER CHARGE	(20 A)
12	IDLE STOP ST CUT	(30 A)
13	IDLE STOP	(30 A)
14	IDLE STOP	(30 A)
15	ELECTRONIC GEAR SELECTOR	(15 A)
16	REAR HEATED SEAT	(20 A)
17	ST CUT FEED BACK	7.5 A

Interior Fuse Box Type A
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the outer side of the side panel cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

	Circuit Protected	Amps
1	DRIVER P/WINDOW	(20 A)
2	DOOR LOCK	(20 A)
3	SMART	7.5 A
4	PASSENGER P/WINDOW	20 A
5	FRONT ACC SOCKET	(20 A)
6	FUEL PUMP	20 A
7	ACG	(15 A)
8	FRONT WIPER	7.5 A
9	IG1 SMART	7.5 A
10	SRS	(10 A)
11	DRIVER REAR P/WINDOW	(20 A)
12	−	−
13	PASSENGER REAR	(20 A)
14	P/WINDOW	(20 A)
15	FUEL LID	(20 A)
16	DRIVER P/SEAT (RECLINE	7.5 A
17	−	20 A
18	FRONT SEAT HEATER	7.5 A
19	INTR LT	10 A
20	DRIVER REAR DOOR UNLOCK	10 A
21	PASSENGER SIDE DOOR UNLOCK	7.5 A
22	DRL	7.5 A
23	KEY LOCK	7.5 A
24	IG1a FEEDBACK	7.5 A
25	INST PANEL LIGHTS	7.5 A
26	LUMBAR SUPPORT*	(10 A)
27	PARKING LIGHTS	7.5 A
28	OPTION	10 A
29	BACK LT	7.5 A
30	REAR WIPER	10 A
31	ST MOTOR	7.5 A
32	SRS	7.5 A
33	PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK	10 A
34	DRIVER-SIDE DOOR LOCK	10 A
35	DRIVER-SIDE DOOR UNLOCK	10 A
36	DRIVER P/SEAT (SLIDE)*	(20 A)
37	PASSENGER H/L HI	10 A
38	DRIVER H/L HI	10 A
39	IG1b FEEDBACK	7.5 A
40	ACC	7.5 A
41	DRIVER REAR DOOR LOCK	10 A
42	−	−

Interior Fuse Box Type B
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the image. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.

Circuit-protected and fuse rating

	Circuit Protected	Amps
A	METER	10 A
B	ABS/VSA	7.5 A
C	ACG	7.5 A
D	MICU	7.5 A
E	AUDIO	15 A
F	BACK UP	10 A
G	ACC	7.5 A

Inspecting and Changing Fuses

1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
   1. If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw and replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine compartment and the vehicle interior.
   1. If there is a blown fuse, remove it with the fuse puller and replace it with a new one.

1Inspecting and Changing Fuses

NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system.
Replace the fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse box.

FAQs

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