Main fuse panel, removing and installing

CAUTION:

Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
Disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal.

When reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as specified in this article. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Removing

Disconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Fig 1: Main Fuse Panel Cover, Nuts And Electrical Connection

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Open cover -1-.
Remove nuts -2... 7-.
Disconnect electrical connection -8- and move to side.

Fig 2: Unclipping Main Fuse Box From Mount

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Unclip main fuse box from mount -arrow-.
Remove fuse box for main fuse.

NOTE:

Fig 3: Identifying Fuses In Main Fuse Box/Battery

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Individual fuse assignments

Refer to Wiring Diagrams and/or Component Locations

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Reconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Tightening torque

Component	Nm
Wire terminals to fuse box	6