Where is the washer motor fuse located in the Santa Fe?
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The fuse box of the Hyundai Santa Fe is located under the cover panel at the lower left side of the driver's seat. Open the cover to access it. Fuse replacement procedure: Turn off the vehicle and disconnect all power sources. If equipped with a mechanical key, remove it. Locate the corresponding position and use a small pry tool to open the protective cover. Component information can be found on the inner side of the fuse box. Use a test light to check whether the fuse is blown. If damaged, remove it with tweezers and replace it. The new fuse must match the old one in size, color, and all specifications. If the component still doesn't function after replacement, seek professional repair immediately. Important fuse precautions: Installing fuses of different specifications in the same position may cause fire. Never replace with a fuse exceeding rated current as it may burn out components. Never attempt to repair damaged fuses. Never use metal strips as fuse substitutes.
I've been driving Hyundai cars for over a decade, including the new Santa Fe, and I've encountered the windshield washer pump fuse location several times. It's located in the engine compartment fuse box, specifically on the firewall or near the left front corner. Open that black plastic cover and look for labels like 'WASHER' or 'WW PUMP'. The manual has diagrams; match the position number—for example, in the 2018 Santa Fe, it's at position No. 15. If the fuse blows, the washer won't work. I use pliers to check if it's broken or blackened, then replace it with a new 15A fuse. Why is it important? Being able to spray and wipe the windshield clean while driving in the rain is crucial—blurry vision can easily lead to accidents. Safety comes first. Last time my car's fuse blew, it was due to a short circuit. After checking, the water pump was fine, saving me the hassle of replacing major components.
