Learn about Dacia Sandero fuse box and relay’s locations, functions, and maintenance tips for optimal vehicle electrical system.
The Dacia Sandero is a popular subcompact car known for its affordability, practicality, and simple design. It is available in two main body styles: a five-door hatchback and the more rugged Sandero Stepway, which has SUV-inspired styling with raised ground clearance. Both versions are designed to offer ample interior space while maintaining a compact exterior, making them ideal for city driving and longer journeys alike.
The electrical system of the Dacia Sandero, including the fuse box and relays, plays a key role in controlling essential functions such as lighting, power windows, and the infotainment system. The fuse box is typically located in the passenger compartment, near the dashboard or under the steering wheel, and another may be found in the engine bay. The relays, located near the fuse box, manage high-power electrical components like the starter motor and air conditioning. Regular maintenance and understanding the layout of the fuse box and relays ensure smooth operation of the car’s electrical systems, helping to prevent malfunctions that could affect key features.
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(…) Dacia Sandero fuse box and relay with Diagram
WARNING
- Never replace a fuse with one that has a higher amperage rating.
- A fuse with a too-high amperage could damage the electrical part and cause a fire.
- On no account should fuses be repaired (e.g. patched up with tin foil or wire) as this may cause serious damage elsewhere in the electrical circuit or cause a fire.
- If a fuse blows repeatedly, do not keep replacing it. Instead, have the cause for the repeated short circuit or overload tracked and fixed.
- Terminal and harness assignments for individual connectors will vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model, and market.
Dacia Sandero fuse assignment
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Passenger compartment
| № | Component |
|---|---|
| A | Empty location |
| B | Driver’s side window winder |
| C | Empty spaces |
| D | Empty spaces |
| E | Empty spaces |
| F | Empty spaces |
| G | Empty spaces |
| H | Empty spaces |
| I | Empty spaces |
| J | Empty spaces |
| 1 | Front electric window |
| 2 | Left-hand main beam headlight |
| 3 | Right-hand main beam headlight |
| 4 | Left-hand dipped beam headlight |
| 5 | Right-hand dipped beam headlight |
| 6 | Left-hand side lights |
| 7 | Right-hand side lights |
| 8 | Rear electric windows |
| 9 | Rear fog lights |
| 10 | Horn |
| 11 | Automatic door locking |
| 12 | ABS-ESC, brake switch |
| 13 | Interior lights, window winder, air conditioning, boot light |
| 14 | ESC |
| 15 | Reverse gear, windscreen wipe |
| 16 | Cruise control/Speed limiter, heated door mirrors, rear windscreen, unfastened seatbelt warning, parking distance control, multimedia, heated windscreen |
| 17 | Daytime running lights |
| 18 | Brake lights |
| 19 | Injection |
| 20 | Airbag |
| 21 | LPG circuit shut-off or LPG circuit and petrol fuel circuit shut-off or sequential gearbox or automatic gearbox |
| 22 | Power-assisted steering |
| 23 | Location reserved for additional equipment |
| 24 | Direction indicator light |
| 25 | Passenger compartment ECU |
| 26 | Passenger compartment ECU |
| 27 | Steering column control |
| 28 | Location reserved for additional equipment |
| 29 | Steering column control |
| 30 | Empty location |
| 31 | Instrument panel |
| 32 | Radio |
| 33 | Cigar lighter |
| 34 | Diagnostics and radio socket |
| 35 | Defrosting rearview mirror |
| 36 | Electric door mirrors |
| 37 | Starter |
| 38 | Windscreen wiper |
| 39 | Passenger compartment ventilation |
Conclusion
For owners and enthusiasts of classic Dacia Sandero, understanding the fuse box and relay systems is essential for vehicle maintenance. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helped ensure the vehicle’s longevity and reliability, preserving its status as a symbol of Dacia’s craftsmanship and innovation in the automotive industry during that era.
