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Where is the fuse box in the Audi A3?

Model: Audi A3 MK 1, 8L - Years: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Fuse box

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If one or more electrical components in your first-generation Audi A3 (1996-2003) have stopped working and you want to address the respective fuses, follow these steps to locate them safely and quickly. First, get into the car and reach the driver's seat.

Once you have ensured that the vehicle is completely off, locate the small compartment situated in the lower left area of the dashboard and remove it by hand. Finally, identify the various fuses.


Updated on 1 September 2026 by ScegliAuto


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