The Chevrolet Orlando (J309), produced from 2011 to 2018, is a versatile compact MPV designed for families, blending practicality with comfort. A crucial aspect of the Orlando’s reliability is its well-designed electrical system, which relies on the fuse box and relays to protect and control its various electrical components.
The fuse box in the Chevrolet Orlando is typically located in the engine compartment and another in the cabin, often beneath the dashboard on the driver’s side. The engine compartment fuse box manages high-power circuits, including those for the engine, ABS, and cooling fans, while the interior fuse box handles circuits for interior features such as lighting, the infotainment system, and power windows. Each fuse is designed to protect its respective circuit by “blowing” when there is an electrical fault, preventing damage to the vehicle’s components.
Relays in the Orlando serve as switches for high-current systems like the starter motor, fuel pump, and HVAC system. They ensure these systems can be operated safely by controlling high-power circuits with low-power electrical signals. Regular inspection of the fuses and relays is vital to prevent electrical issues, ensuring the vehicle’s smooth operation and longevity.
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(2011-2018) Chevrolet Orlando (J309) 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 Orlando (J309) 2011-2018 fuse assignment
- Cigar lighter / power outlet fuses in the Chevrolet Orlando are the fuses №6 (Cigar Lighter), №7 (Power Outlet) and №26 (Auxiliary Power Outlet) in the Instrument panel fuse box.
Year of production: from 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018
Instrument Panel Fuse Box
Fuse box location
It is located in the instrument panel (on the left side), behind the cover (behind glovebox in RHD).
Left-hand drive vehicles
Right-hand drive vehicles
Fuse box diagram
Assignment of the fuses and relay in the Instrument Panel
| № | Description | A |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mobile Telephone Control Module | 10 |
| 2 | DC/DC Converter | – |
| 3 | Body Control Module | 25 |
| 4 | Radio | 20 |
| 5 | Parking Assist Control Module, Power Sounder, Multifunction Switch – Centre Console, Display | 7.5 |
| 6 | Cigar Lighter | 20 |
| 7 | Power Outlet | 20 |
| 8 | Body Control Module | 30 |
| 9 | Body Control Module | 30 |
| 10 | Body Control Module | 30 |
| 11 | Blower Motor Control Module | 40 |
| 12 | Not Used | – |
| 13 | Heated Seat Control Module | 25 |
| 14 | Data Link Connector, Oil Feeding Connector | 7.5 |
| 15 | Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module | 10 |
| 16 | Rear Compartment Lid Release Relay | 10 |
| 17 | HVAC Control Module / HVAC Control Assembly | 15 |
| 18 | Trailer | – |
| 19 | Battery Sensor | – |
| 20 | Not Used | – |
| 21 | Instrument Cluster | 15 |
| 22 | Ignition Switch | 2 |
| 23 | Body Control Module | 20 |
| 24 | Body Control Module | 20 |
| 25 | Not Used | – |
| 26 | Auxiliary Power Outlet | 20 |
| Non-serviceable relays (Printed Circuit Board (PCB)): | ||
| 1 | Tailgate Release Relay | |
| 2 | Logistic Mode Relay 1 | |
| 3 | Auxiliary Power Relay |
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Fuse box location
It is located in the engine compartment, under the cover.
Fuse box diagram
Assignment of the fuses and relay in the Engine Compartment
| № | Description | A |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Transmission Control Module | 15 |
| 2 | Engine Control Module | 15 |
| 3 | Not Used | – |
| 5 | Transmission Control Module, Engine Control Module, Mass Air Flow/Intake Air Temperature Sensor, Output Speed Sensor | 15 |
| 6 | Windshield Wiper Relays | 30 |
| 7 | Not Used | – |
| 8 | Fuel injectors | 15 |
| 9 | Ignition Coil, Fuel Injectors | 15 |
| 10 | Engine Control Module, Output Speed Sensor | 15 |
| 11 | Heated Oxygen Sensors | 10 |
| 12 | Starter Motor | 30 |
| 13 | Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Vent Solenoid Valve | 7.5 |
| 14 | Not Used | – |
| 15 | Rear Wiper | |
| 16 | Air Quality Sensor | 7.5 |
| 17 | Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module | 5 |
| 18 | Fuel Pump Control Module | 10 |
| 19 | Not Used | – |
| 20 | Fuel Pump Relay | 20 |
| 21 | Windows Motors, Front Door | 30 |
| 22 | Not Used | – |
| 23 | Not Used | – |
| 24 | Windows Motors, Front Door | 30 |
| 25 | Electronic Vacuum Pump | |
| 26 | Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) | 40 |
| 27 | Remote Control Door Lock Receiver | 30 |
| 28 | Rear Demister Grid | 40 |
| 29 | Not Used | – |
| 30 | Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) | 15 |
| 31 | Body Control Module | 20 |
| 32 | Body Control Module | 20 |
| 33 | Heated Seat Control Module | 30 |
| 34 | Sunroof Control Module | 25 |
| 35 | Audio Amplifier | 30 |
| 36 | Not Used | – |
| 37 | Headlamp – Right Main beam | 10 |
| 38 | Headlamp – Left Main beam | 10 |
| 39 | Not Used | – |
| 40 | Not Used | – |
| 41 | Not Used | – |
| 42 | Cooling Fan Relays, Cooling Fan Motor | 20/30 |
| 43 | Not Used | – |
| 44 | Not Used | – |
| 45 | Cooling Fan High Speed Relay, Cooling Fan Motor | 30/40 |
| 46 | Cooling Fan Relays | 10 |
| 47 | Heated Oxygen Sensors, Throttle Body | 10 |
| 48 | Fog Lights, Front | 15 |
| 49 | Not Used | – |
| 50 | Not Used | – |
| 51 | Horn | 15 |
| 52 | Instrument Cluster | 5 |
| 53 | Inside Rearview Mirror | 10 |
| 54 | Headlamp Switch, Electrical Auxiliary Heater, HVAC Control Module | 5 |
| 55 | Window Switches, Front, Mirror Switch | 7.5 |
| 56 | Windscreen Washer Pump | 15 |
| 57 | Steering Column Lock Control Module | 15 |
| 58 | Not Used | – |
| 59 | Fuel Heater | 30 |
| 60 | Outside Rearview Mirrors | 7.5 |
| 61 | Mirror Defogger | |
| 62 | A/C Compressor Clutch Relay, A/C Compressor Clutch | 10 |
| 63 | Rear Window Sensor | |
| 64 | Inflatable Restraint Sensing and Diagnostic Module | 5 |
| 65 | Rear Fog Lamp | |
| 66 | Rear Washer | |
| 67 | Fuel Pump Control Module | 20 |
| 68 | Not Used | – |
| 69 | Body Control Module | 5 |
| 70 | Rain Sensor | 5 |
| 71 | Not Used | – |
| Relays: | ||
| 1 | A/C Compressor Clutch | |
| 2 | Starter | |
| 3 | Cooling Fan | |
| 4 | Windshield Wiper Speed Control | |
| 5 | Windshield Wiper | |
| 6 | Not Used | |
| 7 | Powertrain | |
| 8 | Fuel Pump | |
| 9 | Cooling Fan Medium Speed 1 | |
| 10 | Cooling Fan Medium Speed 2 | |
| 11 | Not Used | |
| 12 | Cooling Fan Speed Control (Or in Relay Block – Under-bonnet) | |
| 13 | Cooling Fan High Speed Relay | |
| 14 | Not Used | |
| 15 | Ignition Main Relay | |
| 16 | Fuel Heater Relay | |
| 17 | Rear Window Defogger | |
| Non-serviceable relays (Printed Circuit Board (PCB): | ||
| – | Horn Relay | |
| – | Windscreen Washer Pump Relay | |
| – | Front Fog Lamp Relay | |
| – | Headlamp High Beam Relay |
Engine Pre-Fuse Box
It is located on the battery terminal.
Engine Pre-Fuse Box
| № | Description | A |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fuse Block – Instrument Panel | 100 |
| 2 | Fuse Block – Instrument Panel | 100 |
| 3 | Electrical Power Steering (EPS) (NJ1) | 80 |
| 4 | Not Used | – |
| 5 | Fuse Block – Battery Auxiliary | 250 |
| 6 | Starter Motor | 250/500 |
| № | Description | A |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Glow Plug Control Module | 80 |
| 6 | Electrical Auxiliary Heater | 100 |
| 7 | Not Used | – |
| 8 | Not Used | – |
Relay Box
Relays
| № | Relays |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cooling Fan Left Medium Speed Relay |
| 2 | Cooling Fan Speed Control 2 Relay |
| 3 | Cooling Fan Right Medium Speed Relay |
Conclusion
For owners and enthusiasts of classic Chevrolet Orlando (J309) 2011-2018, 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.
