2003 PONTIAC VIBE fuses

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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The turn signal/multifunction lever is located on the left
side of the steering column.
This lever operates the following:

Turn and Lane
-Change Signals

Headlamp High/Low
-Beam Changer

Flash
-to-Pass
For more information on the exterior lamps, see
ªExterior Lampsº later in this section.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
The turn signal has an upward (for right) and a
downward (for left) position. These positions allow you
to signal a turn or a lane change.
To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.
When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically.
To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the
arrow starts to flash. Hold it there until you complete
your lane change. The lever will return by itself when
you release it.
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster will flash in
the direction of the turn or
lane change.
If you signal a turn or a lane change and notice the
arrow flashing rapidly, a signal bulb may be burned out
and other drivers won't see your turn signal.
If a bulb is burned out, have it replaced to help avoid an
accident. If the arrows don't go on at all when you
signal a turn, check for burned
-out bulbs and then check
the fuse. See ªFuses and Circuit Breakersº in the Index.

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Accessory Power Outlet
With the accessory power outlet, you can plug in
auxiliary electrical equipment.
The accessory power outlet is located in the center
console storage area.
To use the outlet, the ignition must be in ON or ACC.
Pull down the cover the small cover to access the outlet.
NOTICE:
When using the accessory power outlet,
maximum electrical loads must not exceed
15 amps. Always turn off any electrical
equipment when not in use. Leaving electrical
equipment on for extended periods will drain
your battery.
These circuits are protected by a fuse and have
maximum current levels.
Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to
the power accessory outlet and could result in blown
vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem see
your dealer for additional information on the power
accessory plugs.
NOTICE:
Adding some electrical equipment to your vehicle
can damage it or keep other things from working
as they should. This wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Check with your dealer before adding
electrical equipment, and never use anything that
exceeds the amperage rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
proper installation instructions included with the
equipment.
NOTICE:
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.

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Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
NOTICE:
Don't add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer first. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle
and the damage wouldn't be covered by your
warranty. Some add
-on electrical equipment
can keep other components from working as
they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, see ªServicing
Your Air Bag
-Equipped Vehicleº in the Index.
Headlamps Wiring
The headlamp wiring is protected by a circuit breaker.
An electrical overload will cause the lamps to go on and
off, or in some cases to remain off. If this happens, have
your headlamp wiring checked right away.
Windshield Wipers Fuses
The windshield wiper motor is protected by a circuit
breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the wiper will stop until the motor cools. If
the overload is caused by some electrical problem, and
not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed.
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Circuit breakers protect the power windows and other
power accessories. When the current load is too heavy,
the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the
circuit until the problem is fixed or goes away.

6-72 Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected from
short circuits by fuses, circuit breakers and fusible
thermal links in the wiring itself. This greatly reduces
the chance of fires 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 correct size.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a
spare fuse, you can borrow one. Just pick some feature
of your vehicle that you can get along without
-- like the
radio or air conditioner
-- and use its fuse, if it is of the
value you need. Replace it as soon as you can.
Before replacing a fuse, turn every electrical switch off.Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe instrument panel fuse block is located underneath
the instrument panel on the driver's side of the vehicle.

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Fuse Usage
TAIL Front Parking Lamps, Taillamps,
License Plate Lamps, Instrument
Panel Lights, Engine Control
System
OBD On
-Board Diagnostic System
WIPER Windshield Wipers
AM2 Charging System, Air Bag System,
Starter System, Engine Control
STOP Stop Lamps, CHMSL, Engine
Control System, Anti
-lock Brakes,
Cruise Control
DOOR Power Door Locks, Liftglass Lock
AM1 Cigarette Lighter, Gauge,
ECU
-IG, Wiper, Rear Wiper,
Washer Fuses
ECU
-IG Cruise Control, Anti-Lock Brakes,
Theft Deterrent System,
Automatic Transaxle Control
System, Electric Cooling FanFuse Usage
RR WIPER Rear Window Wiper, Rear
Window Defogger
A/C Air Conditioning
INV Power Outlets
P/POINT Power Outlets
ECU
-B Daytime Running Lamps
CIG Cigarette Lighter, Power Rearview
Mirrors, Power Outlets, Audio
System, Automatic Transaxle
Control System
GAUGE Gauges and Meters, Back
-Up
Lamps, Charging System, Power
Door Locks, Power Windows,
Sunroof, Air Conditioning,
Cruise Control
WASHER Windshield Washers
*1 Engine Control System

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Engine Compartment Fuse Block
This engine compartment fuse block is located in the
engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle
near the air cleaner. See ªEngine Compartment
Overviewº in the Index for more information on
location.Fuse/Relay Usage
HEAD MAIN Right Headlamp,
Left Headlamp Fuses
ALT
-S Charging System
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection System
HAZARD Turn Signal Lamps,
Emergency Flasher
HORN Horn
DOME Interior Lights, Gauges and
Meters, Audio System, Remote
Keyless Entry System
MAIN Starter System, AM2 Fuse
AMP Audio Amplifiers
MAYDAY Not Used

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Fuse/Relay Usage
DIMMER Headlamp Dimmer (Relay)
SPARE Spare Fuse
SPARE Spare Fuse
SPARE Spare Fuse
HORN Horn
FAN NO. 2 Cooling Fan System (Relay)
FAN NO. 1 Cooling Fan System (Relay)
ABS NO. 2 Anti
-lock Brake System
RDI FAN Electronic Cooling Fan SystemFuse/Relay Usage
ABS NO. 1 Anti
-lock Brake System
ALT Charging System, DEFOG,
HEATER, GAUGE, ECU
-IG,
WIPER, RR WIP, WASHER, ABS
NO. 1, ABS NO. 2, RDI FAN,
FOG, GAUGE, INV, AM1 Fuses
HEAD RH Right
-hand Headlamp
HEAD LH Left
-hand Headlamp
EFI Electronic Fuel Injection
System (Relay)
FOG Front Fog Lamps