Where is the wiper fuse located in the Magotan?
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The wiper fuse in the Magotan is located in the fuse box on the left side of the engine compartment. Below is an introduction to the wiper fuse location and fuses: 1. Open the cover, and you can clearly see the specific locations of the fuses for each component written inside. 2. In the Magotan model, the wiper washer motor fuse is located in the No. 22 fuse slot (30A or 25A) in the fuse box on the left side of the engine compartment. 3. There are many electrical devices in the car circuit connected by wires of different colors, among which the fuse is the most important component that cannot be overlooked. 4. The term "fuse" is a customary name, and it is referred to as a "fusible link" in national standards. The function of a fuse is to protect the circuit (wiring) and electrical equipment.
I've been driving my Magotan for six or seven years and have encountered the wiper fuse issue twice. The thing is hidden behind the small storage compartment at the lower left corner of the driver's seat—just reach in and you can feel the plastic cover. Last time when the wipers stopped working on a rainy day, I opened the cover and checked the F16 slot, and sure enough, it was blown. The newer models also have a spare behind the glove box on the passenger side, but veteran drivers recommend checking the driver's side first. When replacing it, always remember to turn off the engine, use plastic tweezers to remove the burnt fuse, and replace it with a new 15A blue one. Last time after replacing it, I even dripped some lubricant on the wiper linkage to prevent it from jamming again—after all, frequent fuse blows might indicate resistance in the mechanism. The quickest way to locate it is to check the circuit diagram on page 78 of the owner's manual, which saves time compared to searching blindly.
The mechanic at the repair shop told me that eight out of ten Volkswagen cars have their wiper fuse located right under the steering wheel. Open the plastic cover with clips at the knee position, and you'll find a dense array of fuses—look for the one marked with a wiper symbol, usually numbered between F15-F19. Last week, while helping a neighbor with his 2009 Magotan, I discovered that his wiper fuse was hidden deeper and required removing the side trim panel to access it. When replacing it, make sure to use a mini fuse of the same 15A specification—last time an apprentice used a 20A one and nearly burned out the wiring. As a side note, frequent fuse blowouts might indicate a lack of lubrication in the wiper motor bearings. Just like how people get frustrated when overworked, regular lubrication is key for long-term performance.
