Where is the radio fuse of the Besturn X80 located?
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FAW Besturn B50 has two fuse boxes that contain the fuses for the vehicle. One is located on the right side of the engine compartment, primarily responsible for the safety of external electrical components such as the ECU, windshield washer fluid, lights, horn, ABS, and other circuits. Function of automotive fuses: In automotive circuits, many electrical devices are connected by wires of different colors, among which the fuse is the most crucial component. The term "fuse" is a conventional name, while the national standard refers to it as a "circuit breaker." The role of a fuse is to protect the circuit (wiring) and electrical equipment. Parameters of automotive fuses: Fuses have two important parameters: one is the rated current, and the other is the rated voltage. When selecting a fuse, it is necessary to choose the appropriate specification based on the current and voltage requirements. Classification of automotive fuses: Automotive fuses are divided into high-current fuses and medium-low current fuses. Medium-low current fuses are more common in general vehicles and can be further categorized into blade-type fuses, fork-bolt fuses, screw-type fuses, and tubular fuses. Among these, the most commonly encountered are medium and small fast-acting blade-type fuses.
A while ago, the radio in my Besturn X80 also stopped working. I guessed it was a blown fuse and decided to tinker with it myself. Finding the fuse location was actually quite simple—it's in the fuse box under the dashboard, right in the small hidden compartment above the driver's left foot. Just gently pry open the cover. There are labels inside the box; look for the one marked 'ACC' or 'Radio'—usually indicated with a small card. I suggest preparing pliers and a new fuse (typically 5-10 amps) beforehand, turn off the ignition key, then pull out the old one and replace it with the same specification. If you can't find it, check the spare fuse box in the engine compartment—there might be a backup. A non-working radio is most likely due to a short circuit or excessive audio load, so avoid randomly plugging in peripherals. Be careful not to hurt your hands when working on it. If you can't figure it out, just head to an auto repair shop—it won't cost much and is much safer. I've tried it several times myself—pretty convenient!
