Suzuki Grand Vitara: Fuses

Your vehicle has three types of fuses, as described below: Main Fuse – The main fuse takes current directly from the battery. Primary Fuses – These fuses are between the main fuse and individual fuses, and are for electrical load groups. Individual Fuses – These fuses are for individual electrical circuits. For details on protected circuits, refer to the “FUSES AND PROTECTED CIRCUITS” section in this manual.


Main Fuse Box

The main fuse, primary fuses and some of the individual fuses are located in

The main fuse, primary fuses and some of the individual fuses are located in the engine compartment. If the main fuse blows, no electrical component will function. If a primary fuse blows, no electrical component in the corresponding load group will function. When replacing the main fuse or a primary fuse, use a genuine SUZUKI replacement.

WARNING: If a fuse in the main

fuse box blows, be sure to have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. WARNING: If a fuse in the main fuse box blows, be sure to have your vehicle inspected by an authorized SUZUKI dealer. Always use a genuine SUZUKI replacement. Never use a substitute such as a wire even for a temporary fix, or extensive electrical damage and a fire can result.

Fuse under the Dash Board

Fuse box
Fuse box


Fuse box

The fuse box is located under the driver’s side of the dashboard. To remove a

The fuse box is located under the driver’s side of the dashboard. To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller provided in the fuse box.

a blown fuse with a fuse of the correct amperage. Never use a substitute such as WARNING: Always be sure to replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the correct amperage. Never use a substitute such as aluminum foil or wire to replace a blown fuse. If you replace a fuse and the new one blows in a short period of time, you may have a major electrical problem. Have your vehicle inspected immediately by your SUZUKI dealer.

NOTE: Make sure that the fuse box cover always carries spare fuses.

Headlight Aiming

Headlight Aiming

Since special procedures are required, we recommend you take your vehicle to your SUZUKI dealer for headlight alignment.

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