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Where is the Fuel Pump Relay on a 2008 VW Passat?

Model: Volkswagen Passat B6, 3C - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Part: Fuse box

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Inside the 2008 Volkswagen Passat model 3C, there are two fuse boxes, one pre-fuse box, and one relay box. The first fuse box is located on the left side of the dashboard. The second fuse box is in the engine compartment, near the battery.

The pre-fuse box is located at the bottom right of the engine compartment fuse box. The relay box is found inside the cabin, in the glove compartment under the steering wheel. In today's video, we will show you how to locate and replace the fuel pump fuse.

The fuse in question is located in the relay box and is numbered J49.


Updated on 21 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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