2001 MERCEDES-BENZ E-Class WAGON fuse box

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Before replacing a blown fuse, determine the cause of
the short circuit.
Spare fuses are supplied inside the main fuse box.
Observe amperage and color of fuse.
A special fuse puller is supplied with the vehicle tools.
Always use a new fuse for replacement. Never attempt to
repair or bridge a blown fuse.
A fuse chart can be found inside the corresponding fuse
box cover.
1Main fuses box in engine compartment
To gain access to the main fuse box (1), release clamp
(arrow), lift the fuse box cover up and remove it.
To close the main fuse box, engage right end of cover
and secure with clamp.
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2Lock for auxiliary fuse box and battery cover
3Fuse box and battery cover4Auxiliary fuse box below right rear bench seat
To gain access, fold seat cushion forward. Rotate lock (2)
counterclockwise and remove cover.
Note:
When reinstalling cover (3) make certain that tabs
(arrows) are inserted.
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cluster displayPractical hintsCar care Index 5Auxiliary fuse box to left of exterior lamp switch
To again access, open door, pry off cover and
remove.Electrical outlet
The electrical outlet is located in the rear compartment
on the left side.
To gain access, flip cover up. If locked, first unlock by
inserting for instance a small coin and turning it to the
left.
Note:
The cover is lockable by inserting, for instance a small
coin and turning it to the right.
Maximum capacity: 180 W.
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Parking lamps ..................................................294, 295
Replacing bulbs ......................................................... 291
Side marker lamp, front ...........................................297
Standing lamps ................................................. 294, 295
Taillamp assemblies .................................................295
Turn signal lamps ............................................ 294, 295
FFirst aid kit .....................................................................262
Flexible service system (FSS) .......................................114
Four wheel electronic traction system
(4MATIC) with electronic
stability program (ESP) ............................................227
Fuel ..................................................................................237
Gasoline additives ....................................................326
Premium unleaded gasoline ................. 237, 323, 325
Fuel cap placement warning ........................................244
Fuel requirements .........................................................325
Fuel reserve warning ....................................................244
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. - capacities ...............322
Fuses, electrical .............................................................263
GGarage door opener .......................................................179
Gasoline
Additives .................................................................... 326
Fuel requirements ................................................... 325
Premium unleaded .................................................. 325
General notes on the
central locking system ............................................... 28
Glove box ......................................................................... 162HHazard warning flasher switch ................................... 125
Head restraints
Front seat .....................................................................50
Rear seat ....................................................................... 51
Rear seat head restraint, storage .............................. 52
Synchronizing ............................................................. 46
Headlamp cleaning system ........................................... 121
Headlights ....................................................................... 119
Heated seats ......................................................................54
Hood ................................................................................ 266