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Vauxhall Astra · 2016

2016 Vauxhall Astra Air Conditioning Fuse

Air con not blowing cold? Check the compressor and clutch fuses first.

  • UK specification
  • Verified data
  • Checked 15 October 2026
  • Sources

Partly covered: Vauxhall published August 2015, January 2016 and February 2016 Astra handbooks that could apply to a 2016 car, and their fuse charts differ. Vauxhall doesn’t say which cars each edition applies to, so we can’t tell which one matches a particular 2016 Astra. Every official chart is shown below — check the edition printed near the end of your handbook, or compare with the fuse box legend in your car, before removing anything.

Which 2016 Astra do you have?

The air conditioning fuse differs between versions of the 2016 Vauxhall Astra. Until you choose, every possible result is shown.

Not sure which handbook edition you have?
  • Each Vauxhall owner’s manual prints its edition near the end, for example “Edition: September 2014”. If you have your car’s handbook, choose the option with the same edition.
  • Vauxhall doesn’t say which cars each edition applies to, so the date of your car alone can’t tell you. Without the handbook, compare the circuits on each option with the legend on your fuse box before removing anything.

If you can’t confirm it, keep both results in mind and check the fuse box legend before removing anything.

Quick answer

Verified

Option A Handbook edition August 2015 or Handbook edition January 2016

  • UK specification
  • Verified data
  • Checked 15 October 2026
  • Sources

Vauxhall’s handbook doesn’t print fuse ratings, so none is shown. Fit a replacement with the same rating as the fuse you remove — the handbook says: “Data on the replacement fuse must match the data on the defective fuse.”

Vacuum pump/Instrument panel cluster/Heating ventilation/Air conditioning system

Fuse
54
Fuse box
Engine compartment
Location
The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.

Air conditioning system

Fuse
17
Fuse box
Instrument panel
Location
In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox.

Quick answer

Verified

Option B Handbook edition February 2016

  • UK specification
  • Verified data
  • Checked 15 October 2026
  • Sources

No fuse is listed for this in this version. Check the legend on your fuse box.

Where is the fuse box?

Option A Handbook edition August 2015 or Handbook edition January 2016

Engine compartment fuse box

The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.

  1. Disengage the cover and fold it upwards until it stops.
  2. Remove the cover vertically upwards.
  3. After having changed defective fuses, close the fuse box cover and press until it engages.
  4. If the fuse box cover is not closed correctly, malfunction may occur.

Instrument panel fuse box

In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox.

  1. Open the glovebox, then open the cover and fold it down.

Option B Handbook edition February 2016

Fuse box diagram

Full 2016 Vauxhall Astra fuse chart

Option A Handbook edition August 2015 or Handbook edition January 2016

Engine compartmentCarFixData schematic
Engine compartment fuse box: map of 54 fuse positions, fuse 54 highlighted123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748495051525354
This fuseOther fuse positionsNot usedOur own schematic, drawn from the fuse positions printed in Vauxhall’s handbook illustration of this fuse box. Not to scale and not a manufacturer drawing — always match the number on the fuse box before pulling a fuse.
Instrument panelCarFixData schematic
Instrument panel fuse box: map of 26 fuse positions, fuse 17 highlighted1234567891011121314151618192021222324252617
This fuseOther fuse positionsNot usedOur own schematic, drawn from the fuse positions printed in Vauxhall’s handbook illustration of this fuse box. Not to scale and not a manufacturer drawing — always match the number on the fuse box before pulling a fuse.

Where to look

  • 54

    The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.

    Fuse · Vacuum pump/Instrument panel cluster/Heating ventilation/Air conditioning system

    Highlighted on the engine compartment map.

  • 17

    In right-hand drive vehicles, the fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox.

    Fuse · Air conditioning system

    Highlighted on the instrument panel map.

The map shows where each fuse sits. Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.

Option B Handbook edition February 2016

How to replace the fuse safely

  1. Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Take the key out, or move a keyless fob away from the car.
  2. Open the fuse box and find the fuse using the number on the cover legend or the chart on this page.
  3. Pull the fuse straight out with the plastic fuse puller (usually clipped inside the fuse box) or fine-nose pliers.
  4. Look at the metal strip inside the fuse. A broken or burnt strip means it has blown.
  5. Fit a new fuse with exactly the same amperage rating. The number on top and the colour should match.
  6. Refit the cover, switch on and test the component.
  • Never fit a fuse with a higher amperage rating than specified. It can let wiring overheat.
  • Never bridge a fuse with wire, foil or anything else.

Fuse keeps blowing?

A fuse that blows again straight away is doing its job. Something on that circuit is drawing too much current. Common causes are damaged wiring shorting to the bodywork, a failing motor or socket, water getting in, or a faulty accessory. Fitting fuse after fuse, or a bigger fuse, won’t fix the fault and can overheat the wiring. Have the circuit tested by an auto electrician.

Not the fuse? Check these next.

  • Refrigerant level

    Air conditioning slowly loses refrigerant. A system that blows cool but not cold often just needs a re-gas.

  • Compressor clutch

    With the engine running and A/C on, the centre of the compressor pulley should turn. If it doesn’t, check the fuses and relay.

  • No air at all

    If no air comes out of the vents, the problem is the heater blower, not the air conditioning.

Sources & verification

Handbook edition August 2015

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
15 October 2026

Handbook edition January 2016

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
15 October 2026

Handbook edition February 2016

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
15 October 2026

Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.