2025 Volkswagen Passat Fuses and Fuse Box User Guide

The fuses and fuse box in the 2025 Volkswagen Passat protect important electrical components from overload damage. Understanding their locations, functions, and replacement processes helps guarantee that your vehicle’s systems perform safely and effectively should electrical problems occur.

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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 assigned differently depending on the vehicle equipment
level and because several electrical consumers may use a single fuse. You can obtain more information about the fuse assignment from
a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised repairer. 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.

1. If a new fuse blows again shortly after fitting, have the electrical system checked by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen
   recommends using an authorised repairer.

WARNING
The high voltage in the electrical system can cause electric shocks and serious burns. Contact with the electrical wiring of the ignition
system can cause serious or fatal injuries.

• Never touch the electrical wiring of the ignition system.

WARNING
Using unsuitable fuses, repairing fuses and bridging an electrical circuit without fuses can cause serious damage or a fire in the vehicle. This can result in serious or fatal injuries.

• Replace fuses only with fuses with the same rating and size. Make sure that the colour and markings are identical to the defective
  fuse.
• Never repair fuses.
• Never use a metal strip, paper clip or similar objects to replace a fuse.

NOTICE
If a fuse is replaced when the ignition is switched on, the engine is running, lights are switched on or when other electrical consumers are switched on, this can damage the electrical system.

• Switch off the engine and switch off the lights and other electrical consumers.
• Make sure that the engine cannot be started when changing a fuse.

NOTICE
Damage can also be caused at other locations in the electrical system if a fuse is replaced with a fuse that has a higher rating.

• Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher rating.

NOTICE
Dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes can damage the electrical system.

• Protect open fuse boxes against the ingress of dirt and moisture.
• Avoid causing short circuits in the electrical system.
• Check that the covers of the fuse boxes are closed tight again and are not damaged.

There are also other fuses in the vehicle. These should be changed only by a suitably qualified workshop. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised repairer.

Fuses in the bonnet space

Opening the fuse box in the bonnet space

Fig. 1 In the bonnet space: fuse box (illustration).

Fuse box cover.
In some vehicles, a pair of plastic grippers for removing fuses is located on the inside of the cover of the fuse box or on the fuse carrier.

Removing the cover

1. Open the bonnet.
2. To unlock the fuse box cover, push the catches in the direction of the arrow .
3. Lift off the cover.

Installing the cover

1. Place the cover on the fuse box.
2. Press the cover down until the cover audibly engages into position on both sides.

Fuse overview of the fuses in the bonnet space
The overview shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the overview contains the
location. The other columns contain the amp rating, the fuse type and the electrical consumer protected by the fuse. Depending on country and on the equipment of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and positions may differ to those given in the overview. If necessary, ask a suitably qualified workshop for the exact fuse layout. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Fuse assignment

Fig. 1 In the bonnet space: fuse locations.

Fuse location

F4	30 amps, ATO®, left-hand headlight.
F5	30 amps, ATO®, right-hand headlight.
F9	15 amps, ATO®, horn.
F10	30 amps, ATO®, front wipers.
F14	20 amps, ATO®, auxiliary heater
F32	40 amps, MAXI+®, windscreen heating.

Fuses in the dash panel

Opening the fuse box in the dash panel (left-hand drive vehicle)

Fig. 1 To the left of the steering wheel: fuse box cover in the dash
panel (left-hand drive vehicle).

Removing the cover

1. Reach behind the cover and pull off in the direction of the arrow.

Installing the cover

1. Align the cover on the opposite side and fold it closed in the opposite direction to the arrow until it audibly engages .

Opening the fuse box in the dash panel (right-hand drive vehicle)

Fig. 2 In the dash panel on the front passenger side: fuse box cover
in the dash panel (right-hand drive vehicle)

1. Restrictor.
2. Catches.

Removing the cover

1. Open the glove box and empty if necessary.
2. Push restrictor upwards into the opening of the holder and pull out to the side in the direction of the arrow .
3. Press the stop pin in the direction of the arrow and at the same time open the glove box further .

Installing the cover

1. Move glove box into position.
2. Insert the restrictor into the opening in the holder and slide upwards in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages .
3. Carefully push the glove box forwards past the resistance of the catches

Fuse overview of the fuses in the dash panel
The overview shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the overview contains the
location. The other columns contain the amp rating, the fuse type and the electrical consumer protected by the fuse. Depending on country and on the equipment of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and positions may differ to those given in the overview. If necessary, ask a suitably qualified workshop for the exact fuse layout. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Fuse assignment

Fig. 1 In the dash panel: fuse assignment

Fuse location

F5	25 amps, ATO®, left exterior lighting.
F6	30 amps, ATO®, interior lighting.
F7	30 amps, ATO®, seat heating.
F13	40 amps, MAXI+®, central locking.
F13	40 amps, MAXI+®, central locking.
F20	15 amps, MINI®, telephone, USBport.
F30	20 amps, ATO®, parts for the Infotainment system.
F32	25 amps, ATO®, rear seat heating.
F36	40 amps, MAXI+®, blower regulator.
F40	7.5 amps, MINI®, anti-theft alarm.
F43	7.5 amps, MINI®, air conditioning block, rear window heating relay.
F44	7.5 amps, MINI®, light switch (dipped beam), rain and light sensor, background lighting, ID. Light.
F46	7.5 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 bicycle carrier preparation:

F3	25 amps, ATO®, left trailer control unit.
F11	15 amps, ATO®, trailer control unit.
F29	15 amps, ATO®, trailer charging cable.
F31	25 amps, ATO®, right trailer control unit.

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

Changing blown fuses

Preparations

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

Detecting a blown fuse

Fig. 1 Blown fuse (illustration).

1. Shine a torch onto the fuse box. You can see if a fuse is blown from the top and side through the transparent housing due to the melted metal strip .

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
light brown	5 amps
Brown	7.5 amps
Red	10 amps
Blue	15 amps
Yellow	20 amps
White or transparent	25 amps
Green	30 amps
Orange	40 amps
Red	50 amps

Changing fuses

Fig. 2 Plastic grippers for pulling out and inserting a fuse
(illustration).

1. If present, take the plastic grippers out of the fuse box or the cover of the fuse box .
2. Push the plastic grippers clip suitable for the fuse type onto the fuse from the top or the side.
3. Remove the fuse.
4. If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse with the same rating (same colour and same markings) and same size → .
5. Once the new fuse has been inserted, put the plastic grippers back in the cover.
6. Insert the cover again or close the fuse box cover.

NOTICE
You can damage another location in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.

• Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher rating.

How to Replace the Fuses of the 2025 Volkswagen Passat

To replace the fuses in a 2025 Volkswagen Passat, follow these steps:

Materials:

1. The new fuse of the correct amperage.
2. Fuse puller or needle-nose pliers.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

• Turn Off the Vehicle: Ensure the car is completely turned off and the key is removed.

• Access the Fuse Box: Open the appropriate fuse box (passenger or engine compartment) using the release tabs.

• Remove the Faulty Fuse: Using the fuse puller (usually provided in the fuse box) or a pair of needle-nose pliers, gently pull out the suspected faulty fuse.

• Inspect the Fuse: Check the metal wire inside the fuse. If it’s broken or burnt, the fuse is blown.

• Insert a New Fuse: Replace it with a new fuse of the same amperage rating. Ensure it’s seated firmly.

• Test the Component: Turn the vehicle back on and check if the component is functioning correctly.

• Tips:
  Always replace fuses with one of the same amperage to prevent electrical issues.

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