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Placement and Distribution of the External Fuses for the BMW 3 Series

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

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Today, you will see the diagram and placement of the external fuses for the BMW 3 Series in simple and quick steps. First, open the hood of the vehicle and start removing the plastic cover located at the top right of the engine compartment by unscrewing the screws on the sides; you will find not only the fuses but also the main relays of the vehicle, as shown in the video.

At this point, you will find the electrical diagram of the fuses and relays inside the cover, which is also available in the owner's manual of the vehicle; additional fuse boxes are located in the trunk and on board the vehicle.


Updated on 16 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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