Vauxhall Astra · 2017
2017 Vauxhall Astra Wiper Fuse
Wipers stopped working? Find the fuses for the front wipers, rear wiper and automatic wipers.
- UK specification
- Verified data
- Checked 15 October 2026
- Sources
Partly covered: Vauxhall published February 2016, January 2017 and August 2017 Astra handbooks that could apply to a 2017 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 2017 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.
Quick answer
VerifiedApplies toHandbook edition February 2016Handbook edition January 2017Handbook edition August 2017
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.”
Rear wiper
- Fuse
- 48
- Fuse box
- Engine compartment
- Location
- The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.
Windscreen wiper
- Fuse
- 54
- Fuse box
- Engine compartment
- Location
- The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.
Rear window wiper
- Fuse
- 31
- Fuse box
- Instrument panel
- Location
- Instrument panel (Vauxhall: “The fuse box is located behind a cover.”).
Where is the fuse box?
Engine compartment fuse box
The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.
- Disengage the cover and remove it.
- After having changed defective fuses, close the fuse box cover and press until it engages.
- If the fuse box cover is not closed correctly, malfunction may occur.
Instrument panel fuse box
Instrument panel (Vauxhall: “The fuse box is located behind a cover.”).
- Pull the cover and remove.
- Vehicles with power connector: If the fuse cover has a power connector, it must be removed by using an adapter and a screwdriver.
- The adapter is stowed in the glovebox.
- The screwdriver is stowed in the load compartment.
- Attach the adapter to the power connector.
- Push the screwdriver through the recess in the adapter.
- Remove the cover by pulling the screwdriver.
- After having changed defective fuses, close the fuse box cover and press until it engages.
- Vehicles with power connector:
- 1. Apply the cover on the right side.
- 2. Fold the left side of the cover forwards.
- Take care that the securing clamp is guided as shown in the illustration.
Fuse box diagram
Full 2017 Vauxhall Astra fuse chartWhere to look
- 48
The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.
Fuse · Rear wiper
Highlighted on the engine compartment map.
- 54
The fuse box is in the front left of the engine compartment.
Fuse · Windscreen wiper
Highlighted on the engine compartment map.
- 31
Instrument panel (Vauxhall: “The fuse box is located behind a cover.”).
Fuse · Rear window wiper
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.
How to replace the fuse safely
- Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Take the key out, or move a keyless fob away from the car.
- Open the fuse box and find the fuse using the number on the cover legend or the chart on this page.
- Pull the fuse straight out with the plastic fuse puller (usually clipped inside the fuse box) or fine-nose pliers.
- Look at the metal strip inside the fuse. A broken or burnt strip means it has blown.
- Fit a new fuse with exactly the same amperage rating. The number on top and the colour should match.
- 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.
Frozen or stuck blades
Blades frozen to the glass, or snow packed below the windscreen, can stall the motor and blow the fuse. Free them before switching on.
Loose wiper arm
If you can hear the motor running but an arm doesn’t move, the nut holding the arm or the linkage may have come loose.
Wiper stalk
If some speeds work and others don’t, the stalk switch is more likely than the fuse.
Sources & verification
Applies toHandbook edition February 2016
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · February 2016 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition February 2016 (KTA-2775/2-VX-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 230–236) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Applies toHandbook edition January 2017
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · January 2017 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition January 2017 (ID-VASKORIE1701-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 245–252) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Applies toHandbook edition August 2017
- Manufacturer manual listingVauxhall UK — Owners’ manuals: “Astra owners’ manuals” · Vauxhall Motors · August 2017 — Owners' manual · Accessed 15 October 2026
- Owner’s manualVauxhall Astra Owner’s Manual — Edition August 2017 (ID-VASKORIE1708-en) · Vauxhall Motors · Vehicle care › Electrical system › Fuses (pp. 244–251) · Accessed 15 October 2026
Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.