How does a Fuse Box safeguard the electrical circuits and what should be considered when replacing fuses on Volkswagen Passat?

Several types of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible links are used to provide protection to the electrical circuits of the vehicle, and the fuse panel inside the instrument panel is positioned at the left end of the instrument panel and the main fuse/relay panel is located immediately below it. A fuse is supposed to protect a given circuit which is indicated on the fuse panel. Fuses used in the fuse blocks come in different sizes, small, medium and large with identical blade terminals design, and five fuses that are referred to as metal that are located in the engine compartment fuse panel. Medium and large fuses may be pulled out, but small ones must be pulled out with pliers or a plastic fuse-puller device. The metal fuses are to take heavy loads and in case the metal strip melts because of overloading, it is easily noticeable but during replacement; one is expected to disconnect the battery. In the event of the failure of an electrical component, it is good to first, check the fuse and the most important option is to utilize a test light to see whether there is power at the exposed terminal ends of each fuse, and this can also be achieved by visual inspection. It is also essential that blown fuses are not replaced by incorrect type because fuses of various ratings might be physically compatible but should not be used interchangeably in order to obtain adequate protection. In case a replacement fuse blows instantly, it is not to be replaced once again before the cause of the problem which may also be a short circuit caused by a broken or worn out wire is eliminated.

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Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box Part Number: 1H0-937-530
$13.04 MSRP: $21.37
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- Replaces: 161-937-501
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2022 Volkswagen Passat | GT, Limited Edition, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 5C0-937-125-A
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- Other Name: Plate
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- 2016-2017 Volkswagen Passat | SE, SEL Premium | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 5C0-937-125-C
$79.72 MSRP: $111.65
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- Other Name: Plate
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2022 Volkswagen Passat | Limited Edition, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI SE, TDI SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box Part Number: 1K1-941-824
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- Other Name: Holder; Fuse Holder
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- 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat | Limited Edition, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TDI SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box Part Number: 8D1-941-824
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- Other Name: Holder
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- 2001-2005, 1998-1999 Volkswagen Passat | GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 4 Motion, GLS TDI, GLX, GLX 4 Motion, W8 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box Part Number: 000-937-615
$223.71 MSRP: $313.31
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- Other Name: Holder; Fuse Box, Fuse Box Main
- Replaces: 6R0-937-615, 6R0-937-615-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2022 Volkswagen Passat | GT, Limited Edition, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 5C0-937-819-E
$229.66 MSRP: $321.65
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- Other Name: Plate
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
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- 2012-2015 Volkswagen Passat | SE, SEL Premium | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 3C0-937-548
$390.39 MSRP: $533.33
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- Other Name: Fuse Socket
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- 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat | 2.0T, 3.6, Komfort, Lux, Turbo, Value Edition, VR6, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 1K0-937-124-K
$408.69 MSRP: $558.32
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- Other Name: Plate; Relay Fuse Plate
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat | 2.0T, Komfort, Lux, Turbo, Value Edition, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 1K0-937-124-Q
$454.44 MSRP: $620.82
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- Other Name: Plate; Relay Fuse Plate
- Replaces: 1K0-937-124-N
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2008 Volkswagen Passat | 3.6, VR6 | 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 5C0-937-819-L
$457.49 MSRP: $624.98
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- Other Name: Plate
- Replaces: 5C0-937-819-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat | TDI SE, TDI SEL, TDI SEL Premium | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
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Volkswagen Passat Fuse & Relay Box Part Number: 5C0-937-819-Q
$457.49 MSRP: $624.98
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- Other Name: Plate; Relay Fuse Plate
- Replaces: 5C0-937-819-H
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Volkswagen's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2014 Volkswagen Passat | S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS

Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box

The Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box is located in the core of the sedan's wiring network, protecting all its circuits against overloads to allow the use of all headlights, radios, and power locks and keeping them operating dependably. Within the Fuse Box, there are tiny automotive fuses with voltage ratings up to 32 volts (or in certain applications 42 volts), which serve as sacrificial connections, melting fast when the current rises beyond their current-limiting fuse value and preventing harm to more costly parts before it does so. The box itself, alternatively known as the integrated power module, is usually on one side of the engine bay or under the dash close to the steering wheel, and thus it is easily inspected by any Volkswagen owner with the appropriate fuse rating list provided in the manual. Earlier versions applied a traditional type of plastic panel, holding only plug-in blade fuses, whereas subsequent versions integrated those fuses with some number of resettable circuit breakers, and a quick switch flip could be applied rather than replacing the fuse after a temporary surge. A replacement Fuse Box depends on the number of features and the quality of manufacture, it is important to ensure that a replacement Fuse Box is made by a company matching the original Volkswagen factory requirements to ensure that all Volkswagen electronic parts remain in operation and that the battery does not run out due to extended parking. No matter what design your Passat comes with, these basics will always have you able to diagnose sudden electric blackouts and know when the time to upgrade to a new box will be the highly intelligent move.

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Volkswagen Passat Fuse Box Parts and Q&A

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Q: How does a Fuse Box safeguard the electrical circuits and what should be considered when replacing fuses on Volkswagen Passat?
A:
Several types of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible links are used to provide protection to the electrical circuits of the vehicle, and the fuse panel inside the instrument panel is positioned at the left end of the instrument panel and the main fuse/relay panel is located immediately below it. A fuse is supposed to protect a given circuit which is indicated on the fuse panel. Fuses used in the fuse blocks come in different sizes, small, medium and large with identical blade terminals design, and five fuses that are referred to as metal that are located in the engine compartment fuse panel. Medium and large fuses may be pulled out, but small ones must be pulled out with pliers or a plastic fuse-puller device. The metal fuses are to take heavy loads and in case the metal strip melts because of overloading, it is easily noticeable but during replacement; one is expected to disconnect the battery. In the event of the failure of an electrical component, it is good to first, check the fuse and the most important option is to utilize a test light to see whether there is power at the exposed terminal ends of each fuse, and this can also be achieved by visual inspection. It is also essential that blown fuses are not replaced by incorrect type because fuses of various ratings might be physically compatible but should not be used interchangeably in order to obtain adequate protection. In case a replacement fuse blows instantly, it is not to be replaced once again before the cause of the problem which may also be a short circuit caused by a broken or worn out wire is eliminated.