The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can "borrow" one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without -- like the radio or cigarette lighter -- and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
There are two fuse blocks in your vehicle: the instrument panel fuse block and the engine compartment fuse block.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The instrument panel fuse block is located on the driver's side end of the instrument panel.
To open, push the tab on the access door to the left and pull the door forward. There is a white fuse removal tool located in the fuse block area. Make sure to insert the tabs first when reinstalling the cover.
Fuses | Usage |
|---|---|
TURN-B/U | Turn Signals, Back-Up Lamps |
ERLS | Cruise Control, Engine Controls |
BCM/CLU | Body Control Module, Instrument Panel Cluster |
PCM | Powertrain Control Module |
IGN MDL | Ignition Module |
F/P-INJ | Fuel Pump, Fuel Injectors |
AIR BG | Air Bag |
CRUISE | Cruise Control Module/Switch |
ABS | Anti-Lock Brake (Ignition) |
APO | Accessory Power Outlet |
RFA BATT | Remote Keyless Entry System |
MIR/DLC | Power Mirror/Diagnostic Link Connector |
LT HDLP | Left Headlamp |
RDO/INTLP | Radio, Interior Lamps, OnStar® |
RT HDLP | Right Headlamp |
CLSTR | Instrument Panel Cluster |
EXT LP | Exterior Lamps |
CIG | Cigarette Lighter |
FOG | Fog Lamps |
HORN | Horn |
Blank | Not Used |
Blank | Not Used |
STOP/HZD | Stop Lamps, Hazard Lamps |
Blank | Not Used |
Blank | Not Used |
RR DEFOG | Rear Window Defogger |
PWR ACC | Power Door Locks |
Blank | Not Used |
Blank | Not Used |
Blank | Not Used |
O2HTR | O2 Sensor Heater |
HVAC | Climate Control System |
WIPER | Windshield Wiper |
BCM | Body Control Module |
AMPL | Audio Amplifier |
PWR WDO | Power Windows, Sunroof (Circuit Breaker) |
RELAY DRL | Daytime Running Lamps (Relay) |
Blank | Not Used |
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver's side of the vehicle. Lift the cover to check the fuses. See Engine Compartment Overview for more information on location.
Fuses | Usage |
|---|---|
IGN | Ignition Switch Circuits |
BATT 1 | Exterior lamps, Power Outlet, Horn, Audio Amplifier |
BATT 2 | Rear Defogger, Starter, Power Locks, Stoplamps |
ABS | Anti-Lock Brake System |
COOLING FAN | Engine Cooling Fan |
PCM/HVAC | Powertrain Control Module, Heater and A/C Blower |
CRNK | Starter |
BLO | Heater and A/C Blower |
PCM | Powertrain Control Module |
A/C | A/C Compressor |
A/C | A/C Compressor |
FUEL PUMP | Fuel Pump |
CRANK | Starter |
COOLING FAN | Engine Cooling Fan |
HEATER BLOWER | Heater and A/C Blower |
