2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 Fuses and Fuse Box Instructions

The 2021-2023 Volkswagen ID.4 has an advanced and efficient electrical system that is controlled by a series of fuses in its fuse box. This vital component protects the vehicle’s different electrical circuits, ensuring smooth operation and protection against electrical problems.

The fuse box, designed to suit the extensive network of the ID.4’s electrical architecture, serves as a center for these protective features. Each fuse serves as a protector, preventing dangerous overloads and short circuits that would otherwise disturb the vehicle’s functionality.

Changing fuses

Introduction to the topic
At the time of publication we are unable to provide an complete overview of the locations of the fuses for the electrical consumers. This is because the vehicle is under constant development, because fuses are as-  signed differently depending on the vehicle equipment level and because several electrical consumers may use a single fuse. You can obtain further information about the fuse assignment from a Volkswagen dealership.
Several electrical consumers can share a single fuse. Conversely, a single consumer could have more than one fuse.
Therefore fuses should only be replaced when the cause of the fault has been rectified. If a new fuse blows again shortly after fitting, have the electrical system checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Fuses for emergency services (high-voltage system)
High-voltage system fuses in the fuse box under the steering wheel, behind the stow-age compartment (left-hand drive) or behind a cover in the glove box (right-hand drive) and behind a cover on the right side of the luggage compartment are identified with
a tag to enable emergency services to deenergise the vehicle as quickly as possible. Never attempt to replace these fuses or swap them with other fuses in other slots.If this fuse is faulty, always have it replaced by a qualified workshop.

WARNING

The voltage in the high-voltage system can cause electric shocks, serious burns and death!

• Never touch the electrical cables in the bonnet space.
• Avoid causing short circuits in the electrical system.
• Never attempt to replace or repair fuses for the high-voltage system. Always have work performed by a qualified workshop.

WARNING

Using unsuitable or repaired fuses and bridging an electrical circuit without fuses can cause a fire and serious injuries.

• Never fit fuses that have a higher fuse rating. Fuses must always be replaced by a new fuse with the same amp rating
  (same colour and markings) and size.
• Never repair a fuse.
• Never use a metal strip, paper clip or similar objects to replace a fuse.

NOTICE

• To avoid damage to the electrical system in the vehicle, switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers before changing a fuse.
• Make sure that it is not possible to activate the vehicle’s drive system when changing a fuse.
• You can damage another location in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.
• Fuse boxes must be protected from dirt and moisture when opened. Dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.
• Remove the covers for the fuse boxes carefully and install them again properly so as to avoid damage to the vehicle.

NOTICE
Never remove the specially tagged high-volt-age fuses from the fuse box in the dash panel or luggage compartment. These are for the exclusive use of the emergency services so that the vehicle can be de-energised as quickly as possible.

There are other fuses in the vehicle in addition to those described in this chapter. These should be changed only by a qualified workshop.

Fuses in the bonnet space

Please refer to and at the start of the chapter.

Fig. 160 In the bonnet space: fuse box with plastic grippers.
Opening the fuse box in the bonnet space

•  Open the bonnet 
• Press the locking button in the direction of the arrow (arrows) in order to unlock the cover of the fuse box
• Lift off the cover.
• To install, position the cover on the fuse box and press it downwards until the cover audibly clicks into place on both sides.

There may be a pair of plastic grippers for re-moving fuses in the fuse box .

Fuse table for fuses in the bonnet space

Fig. 161 In the bonnet space: fuse locations.
The table shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the table contains the location. The other columns contain the fuse types, the amp rating and the consumer protected by the fuse.
Depending on the market and specification of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and locations may differ to those given in the table. If necessary, ask your Volkswagen dealership for the exact fuse assignment.
Fuse location .

F7 30 amps, ATO®, front wipers, right
F9 15 amps, ATO®, horn.
F10 30 amps, ATO®, front wipers, left
F11 7.5 amps, ATO®, air conditioning system.
F17 40 amps, MAXI+®, windscreen heating.

Fuses in the dash panel

.Fig. 162 Left-hand drive vehicle: fuse box cover in the dash panel on the driver side

Fig. 163 Right-hand drive vehicle: fuse box cover in the dash panel on the front passenger side.
Left-hand drive vehicle: opening the fuse box in the dash panel

• Reach behind the cover and pull off in the direction of the arrow → Fig. 162.
• To install: align the cover on the opposite side and fold it closed in the opposite direction to the arrow until you hear it engage.

Right-hand drive vehicle: opening the fuse box in the dash panel

• Open the glove box and empty if necessary.
•  Reach behind the cover from the side and pull it backwards.→ Fig. 
• To install: insert the cover again and push it forwards until it clicks into place again.
• Close the glove box..

Fuse table for fuses in the dash panel

Fig. 164 In the dash panel: fuse assignment.
The table shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the table contains the lo-cation. The other columns contain the fuse types, the amp rating and the consumer protected by the fuse.

Depending on the market and specification of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and locations may differ to those given in the table. If necessary, ask your Volkswagen dealership for the exact fuse assignment.
Fuse location → Fig. 164:

F5 25 amps, ATO®, left exterior lighting
F6 30 amps, ATO®, interior lighting.
F7 30 amps, ATO®, seat heating
F8 15 amps, ATO®, sun blind in glass
roof.
F13 40 amps, MAXI+®, central locking.
F2 010 amps, MINI®, telephone
F32 25 amps, ATO®, right exterior lighting.
F36 40 amps, MAXI+®, blower regulator.
F40 10 amps, MINI®, anti-theft alarm.
F43 7.5 amps, MINI®, air conditioning system control panel or heating and fresh air system, rear window heating relay
F44 7.5 amps, MINI®, light switch (dipped beam), rain and light sensor, background lighting, ID. Light.
F46 10 amps, MINI®, display, Infotainment system control panel.
F52 20 amps, ATO®, cigarette lighter, sockets.
F66 15 amps, ATO®, rear window wiper.
F67 30 amps, MAXI+®, rear window heating.
Fuse locations for vehicles with factory-fitted towing bracket:
F3 25 amps, ATO®, control unit for trailer detection, left
F11 15 amps, ATO®, control unit for trailer detection
F29 15 amps, ATO®, control unit for trailer detection
F31 25 amps, ATO®, control unit for trailer detection, right

Electric windows and electrically adjustable seats may be protected by circuit breakers or control units which switch on again automatically a few seconds after the overload, e.g. frozen windows, has been rectified.

Changing blown Fuses

Fig. 166 Removing or inserting fuse with plastic grippers: flat blade fuse, cartridge fuse.
Fuse types

• Standard flat blade fuse (ATO®).
• Small flat blade fuse (MINI®).
• Large flat blade fuse (MAXI® or MAXI+®).

Colour coding of fuses
Fuses (ATO® – MINI® – MAXI® and MAXI+®)

Colour Amp rating
Black 1 amps
Purple 3 amps
Orange 5 amps
Brown 7.5 amps
Red 10 amps
Blue 15 amps
Yellow 20 amps
White or clear 25 amps
Green 30 amps
Light green 40 amps

Preparations

• Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.

Open the appropriate fuse box

Detecting a blown fuse

• Shine a torch onto the fuse. This will help you to spot the blown fuse more easily.
• You can see if a flat blade fuse is blown from the top and side through the transparent housing due to the melted metal strip → Fig. 165.

Changing fuses

• If applicable, take the plastic grippers out of the fuse box or the cover of the respective fuse box → Fig. 166 1 .
• Push the plastic grippers clip suitable for the fuse design onto the fuse from the top or the side → Fig. 166.

Remove the fuse.

• If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse of the same amp rating (same colour and same markings) and same size
• Once the new fuse has been inserted, put the plastic grippers back in the cover.
  Insert the cover again or close the fuse box cover.

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