The Chevrolet Captiva Sport (2012-2016) has a modern electrical system managed by fuses and relays that protect and control various components. The fuse box, located in the engine compartment and under the dashboard, manages critical systems like the headlights, interior lighting, and power windows. Each fuse safeguards individual circuits, breaking the connection in the event of an overload or short circuit to prevent damage.
The relays in the Captiva Sport control high-power components such as the cooling fans, fuel pump, and starter motor. These relays act as electrical switches, allowing smaller current signals to control larger systems. A malfunctioning relay can result in issues such as the engine not starting (starter relay) or the cooling system failing (fan relay).
Regular checks of the fuses and relays ensure the Captiva Sport’s electrical systems run smoothly. Replacing faulty fuses or relays prevents system failures and keeps essential features operating as intended.
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(2012-2016) Chevrolet Captiva Sport 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.
Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012-2016 fuse assignment
- Cigar lighter (power outlet) fuses in the Chevrolet Captiva Sport are located in the Instrument panel fuse box (see fuses “APO JACK (CONSOLE)” (Auxiliary Power Outlet Jack), “APO JACK (REAR CARGO)” (Auxiliary Power Outlet Jack Rear Cargo) and “CIGAR” (Cigarette Lighter)).
Year of production: from 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Fuse Box Location
It is located under the instrument panel on the passenger’s side, behind the cover on the central console.
Fuse box diagram
Assignment of the fuses and relay in the Instrument Panel
| Name | Usage |
|---|---|
| AMP | Amplifier |
| APO JACK (CONSOLE) | Auxiliary Power Outlet Jack |
| APO JACK (REAR CARGO) | Auxiliary Power Outlet Jack Rear Cargo |
| AWD/VENT | All-Wheel Drive/ Ventilation |
| BCM (CTSY) | Body Control Module (Courtesy) |
| BCM (DIMMER) | Body Control Module (Dimmer) |
| BCM (INT LIGHT) | Body Control Module (Interior Light) |
| BCM (PRK/TN) | Body Control Module (Parking/ Turn Signal) |
| BCM (STOP) | Body Control Module (Stoplamp) |
| BCM (TRN SIG) | Body Control Module (Turn Signal) |
| BCM (VBATT) | Body Control Module (Battery Voltage) |
| CIGAR | Cigarette Lighter |
| CIM | Communications Integration Module |
| CLSTR | Instrument Cluster |
| DRL | Daytime Running Lamps |
| DR/LCK | Driver Door Lock |
| DRVR PWR SEAT | Driver Power Seat |
| DRV/ PWR WNDW | Driver Power Window |
| F/DOOR LOCK | Fuel Door Lock |
| FRT WSR | Front Washer |
| FSCM | Fuel System Control Module |
| FSCM VENT SOL | Fuel System Control Module Vent Solenoid |
| HEATING MAT SW | Heating Mat Switch |
| HTD SEAT PWR | Heated Seat Power |
| HVAC BLWR | Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Blower |
| IPC | Instrument Panel Cluster |
| ISRVM/RCM | Inside Rearview Mirror/Remote Compass Module |
| KEY CAPTURE | Key Capture |
| L/GATE | Liftgate |
| LOGISTIC MODE | Logistic Mode |
| OSRVM | Outside Rearview Mirror |
| PASS PWR WNDW | Passenger Power Window |
| PWR DIODE | Power Diode |
| PWR/ MODING | Power Moding |
| RADIO | Radio |
| RR FOG | Rear Defogger |
| RUN 2 | Power Battery Key On Run |
| RUN/CRNK | Run Crank |
| SDM (BATT) | Safety Diagnosis Module (Battery) |
| SDM (IGN 1) | Safety Diagnosis Module (Ignition 1) |
| SPARE | Spare |
| S/ROOF | Sunroof |
| S/ROOF BATT | Sunroof Battery |
| SSPS | Speed Sensitive Power Steering |
| STR/ WHL SW | Steering Wheel Switch |
| TRLR | Trailer |
| TRLR BATT | Trailer Battery |
| XBCM | Export Body Control Module |
| XM/ HVAC/DLC | SiriusXM Satellite Radio (If Equipped)/Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning/Data Link Connection |
| Relays | |
| ACC/ RAP RLY | Accessory/Run Accessory Power |
| CIGAR APO JACK RLY | Cigarette and Auxiliary Power Outlet |
| RUN/ CRN K RLY | Run/Crank |
| RUN RLY | Run |
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse Box Location
It is located in the engine compartment.
Fuse box diagram
Assignment of the fuses and relay in the Engine Compartment
| Name | Usage |
|---|---|
| ABS | Antilock Brake System |
| A/C | Heater, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning System |
| BATT1 | Instrument Panel Fuse Block Main Feed 1 |
| BATT2 | Instrument Panel Fuse Block Main Feed 2 |
| BATT3 | Instrument Panel Fuse Block Main Feed 3 |
| BCM | Body Control Module |
| ECM | Engine Control Module |
| ECM PWR TRN | Engine Control Module/Powertrain |
| ENG SNSR | Miscellaneous Engine Sensors |
| EPB | Electric Parking Brake |
| FAN1 | Cooling Fan 1 |
| FAN3 | Cooling Fan 3 |
| FRTFOG | Front Fog Lamps |
| FRT WPR | Front Wiper Motor |
| FUEL/VAC | Fuel Pump/ Vacuum Pump |
| HDLP WASHER | Headlamp Washer |
| HI BEAM LH | High-Beam Headlamp (Left) |
| HI BEAM RH | High-Beam Headlamp (Right) |
| HORN | Horn |
| HTD WASH/MIR | Heated Washer Fluid/Heated Mirrors |
| IGN COIL A | Ignition Coil A |
| IGN COIL B | Ignition Coil B |
| LO BEAM LH | Low-Beam Headlamp (Left) |
| LO BEAM RH | Low-Beam Headlamp (Right) |
| PRK LP LH | Parking Lamps (Left) |
| PRK LP RH | Parking Lamps (Right) |
| PRK LP RH | Parking Lamps (Right) (Europe Park Lamps) |
| PWM FAN | Pulse Width Modulation Fan |
| REAR DEFOG | Rear Window Defogger |
| REARWPR | Rear Wiper Motor |
| SPARE | Not Used |
| STOP LAMP | Stoplamps |
| STRTR | Starter |
| TCM | Transmission Control Module |
| TRLR PRK LP | Trailer Parking Lamps |
| Relays | |
| FAN1 RLY | Cooling Fan 1 |
| FAN2 RLY | Cooling Fan 2 |
| FAN3 RLY | Cooling Fan 3 |
| FRT FOG RLY | Front Fog Lamps |
| FUEL/VAC PUMP RLY | Fuel Pump/Vacuum Pump Relay |
| HDLP WSHR RLY | Headlamp Washer |
| HI BEAM RLY | High-Beam Headlamps |
| LO BEAM RLY | Low-Beam Headlamps |
| PWR / TRN RLY | Powertrain |
| REAR DEFOG RLY | Rear Window Defogger |
| STOP LAMP RLY | Stoplamps |
| STRTR RLY | Starter |
| WPR CNTRL RLY | Wiper Control |
| WPR SPD RLY | Wiper Speed |
Auxiliary Engine Compartment Fuse Box (Diesel only)
Conclusion
For owners and enthusiasts of classic Chevrolet Captiva Sport 2012-2016, 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 Chevrolet’s craftsmanship and innovation in the automotive industry during that era.
