Where is the cigarette lighter fuse in the Audi A6?
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The cigarette lighter fuse in the Audi A6 is located on the side of the front passenger's center console. After opening the small cover on the side of the center console, you can see the fuse box. By referring to the instructions on the fuse box cover, you can locate the cigarette lighter fuse. The cigarette lighter is a configuration used for lighting cigarettes. The commonly referred-to cigarette lighter draws power from the electrical system. Some cigarette lighters are not used for lighting cigarettes but rather for drawing power from the car; these are also known as cigar lighters. The Audi A6 is a mid-to-large luxury sedan under the Audi brand. The Audi A6 has been domestically produced, with the domestic version being the Audi A6L. The domestic Audi A6L uses three types of engines: a low-power 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, a high-power 2.0-liter turbocharged engine, and a 3.0-liter turbocharged engine. The low-power 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers 190 horsepower and a maximum torque of 320 Nm; the high-power 2.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers 224 horsepower and a maximum torque of 350 Nm; the 3.0-liter turbocharged engine delivers 340 horsepower and a maximum torque of 500 Nm.
Last time I replaced a fuse in my Audi A6 myself. There's a small panel on the left side of the driver's seat—just pry it open to reveal the fuse box. Inside, you'll find several rows of colorful little squares. The fuse for the cigarette lighter is usually a red or blue 15-amp one. The exact position depends on the model year, so you'll need to check the manual as it might be placed in different numbered slots. Don't worry if you can't find it there—there's also a spare fuse box behind the right-side panel in the trunk. Check both locations to be sure. Before replacing, remember to turn off the engine and remove the key, then use a special fuse puller to gently remove it. Once, I tried pulling it out with my fingers and ended up burning off half a fingernail. I recommend keeping matching fuses and a puller in your car—if the cigarette lighter suddenly stops working, chances are it's this little guy acting up.
