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Where to Find the Fuse Boxes of the BMW 320 E46

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Fuse box

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In the BMW 3 Series E46, the cabin fuse box is located inside the glove compartment: inside it, at the top, there are two clips; you need to turn them and lower the panel. This way, you will be able to access the fuses.

Behind this box, there is another smaller one that holds only five large fuses. Next to it, you will also find a relay box with five pieces.

Additionally, you will find the headlight washer module and the air conditioning compressor relay. On the rear wheel arch on the passenger side, there is a small box with two large fuses.

The heating fan relay is located on the back of the center console. On the right side of the trunk, you will find the rear window defroster relay: In the engine compartment, there is an electronic box against the right side of the body (thus in front of the driver).


Updated on 10 July 2026 by ScegliAuto


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