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Where is the fuse box located on the Audi A3?

Model: Audi A3 MK 1, 8L - Years 1996-2003
Part: Fuse box

If you want to find out where the fuses are located in your first-generation Audi A3, read the instructions described in the following guide and then put them into practice. For safety reasons, it is also advisable to keep the car turned off for the entire duration of the operation. First, open the driver's side door and proceed to remove the plastic panel located at the end of the dashboard. To facilitate disassembly, you can use a standard flat screwdriver. Once the panel is removed, you will have free access to all the fuses in your Audi A3.

Updated on 21 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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