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Applies toHandbook edition July 2018Handbook edition January 2019

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.”

Exterior mirror switch / Rain sensor / Power window DRV

Fuse
2
Fuse box
Engine compartment (mini fuses)
Location
The fuse box is in the engine compartment.

Power windows front

Fuse
03
Fuse box
Instrument panel (S/B fuses)
Location
In right-hand drive vehicles, the interior fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox on the passenger side.

Power windows rear

Fuse
04
Fuse box
Instrument panel (S/B fuses)
Location
In right-hand drive vehicles, the interior fuse box is located behind a cover in the glovebox on the passenger side.

Where is the fuse box?

Engine compartment fuse box (mini fuses)

The fuse box is in the engine compartment.

  1. Disengage the cover, lift it upwards and remove.

Instrument panel fuse box (S/B fuses)

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

  1. To access the fuses, open the glovebox, then open the cover, fold it down and pull it.

Find it by number

Vauxhall’s handbook picture doesn’t give enough positional detail for us to draw a trustworthy map of the engine compartment fuse box (mini fuses), so we don’t draw one — we never guess where a fuse sits.

Use the numbers printed on the fuse box, inside its cover or on the fuse box picture in your owner’s manual, and find fuse 2. Check the number before removing anything.

Instrument panel (S/B fuses)CarFixData schematic
Instrument panel fuse box (S/B fuses): map of 8 fuse positions, fuse 03 and 04 highlighted0102050607080304
These fusesOther fuse positionsOur 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

  • 2

    The fuse box is in the engine compartment.

    Fuse · Exterior mirror switch / Rain sensor / Power window DRV

    Look for fuse number 2 on the fuse box or its cover — we don’t show positions without verified layout data.

  • 03

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

    Fuse · Power windows front

    Highlighted on the instrument panel (s/b fuses) map.

  • 04

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

    Fuse · Power windows rear

    Highlighted on the instrument panel (s/b fuses) 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

  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.

  • One window or all?

    If only one window has stopped, its switch, motor or regulator is the likely cause. A fuse usually affects several windows.

  • Window lock switch

    Check the driver’s window lock button hasn’t been pressed — it disables the rear (and sometimes passenger) switches.

  • Listen at the door

    A click or hum with no movement points to a failed regulator rather than a fuse.

Sources & verification

Applies toHandbook edition July 2018

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
15 October 2026

Applies toHandbook edition January 2019

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.