Electrical System Chevrolet Equinox
Electrical System Overload
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
Electrical System Chevrolet Equinox
Electrical System Overload.
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload.
When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect power devices in the vehicle.
If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible.
To check a fuse, look at the band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a fuse of the identical size and rating.
Replacing a Blown Fuse.
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Locate the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse block.
3. Use the fuse puller to remove the fuse from the top or side, as shown above.
4. If the fuse must be replaced immediately, borrow a replacement fuse with the same amperage from the fuse block. Choose a vehicle feature that is not needed to safely operate the vehicle.
Repeat Steps 2-3.
5. Insert the replacement fuse into the empty slot of the blown fuse.
At the next opportunity, see your dealer to replace the blown fuse.
Headlamp Wiring.
An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off.
Windshield Wipers.
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems.
⚠Danger.
Fuses and circuit breakers are marked with their ampere rating. Do not exceed the specified amperage rating when replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed.
⚠ Warning.
Installation or use of fuses that do not meet GM’s original fuse specifications is dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result in a fire. You or others could be injured or killed, and the vehicle could be damaged.
To check or replace a blown fuse, see Electrical System Overload.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block.
There are three clips on the side of the fuse block cover. See Engine Compartment Overview.
To remove the fuse block cover, squeeze the clips on the cover and lift it straight up.
Caution.
Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.
Fuses → Usage.
F01 → Starter 1.
F02 → Starter 2.
F03 → Lambda Sensor 1.
F04 → Engine Control Module.
F05 → Aero Shutter/Water Pump.
F06 → Transmission Control Module
F07 –..
F08 –..
F09 → Air Conditioning Clutch.
F10 → Canister Vent Solenoid.
F11 → Fuel System.
F12 → Front Heated Seats.
F13 → Engine Coolant Pump.
F14 –..
F15 → Lambda Sensor 2.
F16 → Ignition Coils.
F17 → Engine Control Module.
F18 → Engine Control Module.
F19 –..
F20 → DC DC Converter 2.
F21 → Shift Control.
F22 → Antilock Brake Pump.
F23 → Front/Rear Washer Pump.
F24 –..
F25 –..
F26 –..
F27 → Antilock Brake Valves.
F28 → LD Trailer.
F29 → Rear Window Defogger.
F30 → Mirror Defroster.
F31 –..
F32 → Variable Functions.
F33 –..
F34 → Horn..
F35 –..
F36 → Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps Right.
F37 –..
F38 → Automatic Headlamp Leveling.
F39 –..
F40 –..
F41 → Transmission Range Control Module.
F42 → Motorized Headlamp.
F43 –..
F44 → Interior Rearview Mirror.
F45 → Passenger Side Ventilated Seat.
F46 → Driver Side Ventilated Seat.
F47 → Steering Column Lock Assembly.
F48 → Rear Wiper.
F49 –..
F50 → Heated Steering Wheel.
F51 –..
F52 → Engine Control Module/Transmission Control.
F53 –..
F54 –..
F55 → Front Wiper Speed/Control.
F56 –..
F57 → Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps Left.
Relays → Usage.
K01 → Starter Solenoid.
K02 → Air Conditioning Control.
K03 → Engine Control Module.
K04 → Front Wiper Control.
K05 → Starter Solenoid 2.
K06 –..
K07 –..
K08 –..
K09 → Front Wiper Speed.
K10 –..
K11 –..
K12 → Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps Right.
K13 → Headlamps/Daytime Running Lamps Left.
K14 → Run/Crank.
K15 → Rear Window Defogger.
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.
The instrument panel fuse block is under the instrument panel on the driver side.
To access the fuses, press and release the latch near the top center square.
Apply pressure to the two retaining tabs on the sides of the cover, until the two retaining tabs clear the sides of the instrument panel. Allow the panel to move downward and out of the way.
To reinstall the cover, reverse the steps.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown.
Fuses → Usage.
F01 → DC AC Inverter.
F02 → Front Windows.
F03 → Trailer Brake.
F04→ Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Blower.
F05 → Body Control Module 2.
F06 → Central Gateway Module.
F07 –..
F08 → Body Control Module 3.
F09 → Amplifier.
F10 –..
F11 –..
F12 –..
F13 –..
F14 –..
F15 → Transmission Control Module.
F16 → Front Heated Seats.
F17 → Left Data Link Connector.
F18 → Body Control Module 7.
F19 → Exterior Mirror.
F20 → Body Control Module 1.
F21 → Body Control Module 4.
F22 → Body Control Module 6.
F23 → Electric Steering Column Lock.
F24 → Sensing and Diagnostic Module.
F25 → Occupancy Sensor.
F26 –..
F27 → Power Seats.
F28 → Rear Windows.
F29 –..
F30 –..
F31 → Steering Wheel Controls.
F32 → Body Control Module 8.
F33 → Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.
F34 → Passive Entry, Passive Start.
F35 → Liftgate Latch.
F36 → Wireless Charger Module/USB Accessory.
F37 → Cigarette Lighter.
F38 → OnStar.
F39 → Instrument Panel USB.
F40 → Camera Module/Liftgate Module.
F41 → Park Assist Module/Center Stack Display/Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioner Display/Universal Garage Door
Opener/Overhead Control Switchbank.
F42 → Radio
Relays → Usage.
K01 –..
K02 → Retained Accessory Power.
K03 → Liftgate.
K04 –..
K05 → Logistics.
Circuit Breakers → Usage.
CB1 –..
CB2 → Auxiliary Power Outlet Console.
Rear Compartment Fuse Block.
The rear compartment fuse block is behind a trim panel on the side of the rear compartment.
Remove the trim plate to access the fuse block.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses and relays shown.
Fuses → Usage.
F1 → Power Seat.
F2 → Liftgate.
F3 → Trailer Auxiliary Power.
F4 –..
F5 → Memory Seat Module.
F6 → Sunroof.
F7 → Side Blind Zone Alert.
F8 → Trailer Reverse Lamps.
F9 → Rear Heated Seat 1.
F10 → Park Lamps.
F11 → Rear Heated Seat 2.
F12 –..
F13 → Trailer Parking Lamp.
F14 → Right Trailer Stoplamp/Turn Signal Lamp.
F15 –
F16 –
F17 → Video Processing Module.
F18 → Left Trailer Stoplamp/Turn Signal Lamp.
F19 → All-Wheel Drive.
F20 → Lumbar.
F21 → Rear Auxiliary Power Outlet.
F22 → Rear Drive Unit.
Relays → Usage.
K1 → Right Trailer Stoplamp/Turn Signal Lamp.
K2 → Trailer Reverse Lamps.
K3 → Left Trailer Stoplamp/Turn Signal Lamp.
K4 → Park Lamps.
K5 –..
