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Fuse Box of the Volkswagen Golf

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf IV, Golf 4, MK 4 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003
Part: Fuse box

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This model from the German manufacturer has two fuse boxes containing all the electrical components that protect our circuits. The first fuse box is located in the engine bay on the left side, while the second box is inside the cabin, also on the left side, beneath the dashboard near the driver's side.

The fuses for the cigarette lighter (power socket) of the Volkswagen Golf V are fuses #24, #26, and #42 in the dashboard fuse box. The complete diagram with all the fuses can be found in the vehicle's instruction manual.


Updated on 4 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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