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This short video shows how to quickly locate the cigarette lighter and 12V socket fuse on the Volkswagen Golf V, useful when the cigarette lighter or power socket stops working. The procedure is simple: just open the cover of the fuse box located on the driver’s side and carefully observe the exact point indicated in the video, which corresponds to the location of the cigarette lighter fuse.

Once located, it is advisable to carefully check the fuse: if it is blown, replace it exclusively with another fuse of the same amperage to avoid damage to the electrical system.


Posted on 26 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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