Checking and replacing fuses If any of the electrical components do not operate, a fuse may have blown. If this happens, check and replace the fuses as necessary. Checking and replacing fuses Turn the power switch to OFF. Open the fuse box cover. Engine compartment: Type A fuse box Push claws and to completely release the lock, and then lift up the cover. Engine compartment: Type B fuse box Push claws and to completely release the lock, and then lift up the cover. Left side instrument panel Remove the lid. Right side luggage compartment Open the deck board. (Deck board) Disengage the 11 claws and pull the luggage side cover to remove it. When installing the luggage side cover, make sure that the claws are installed securely. Remove the cover Remove the fuse. Only type A fuse can be removed using the pullout tool. Check if the fuse is blown. Replace the blown fuse with a new fuse of an appropriate amperage rating. The amperage rating can be found on the fuse box lid. Type A Normal fuse Blown fuse Type B Normal fuse Blown fuse Type C Normal fuse Blown fuse Note: After a fuse is replaced When installing the lid, make sure that the tab is installed securely. If the lights do not turn on even after the fuse has been replaced, a bulb may need replacement. (Light bulbs) If the replaced fuse blows again, have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer. If there is an overload in a circuit The fuses are designed to blow, protecting the wiring harness from damage. When replacing an electronic component, such as a lights, etc. Toyota recommends that you use genuine Toyota products designed for this vehicle. Because certain electronic components are connected to circuits designed to prevent overload, non-genuine parts or parts not designed for this vehicle may be unusable. Warning: To prevent system breakdowns and vehicle fire Observe the following precautions.Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle, and possibly a fire or injury. Never use a fuse of a higher amperage rating than that indicated, or use any other object in place of a fuse. Always use a genuine Toyota fuse or equivalent.Never replace a fuse with a wire, even as a temporary fix. Do not modify the fuses or fuse boxes. Notice: Before replacing fuses Have the cause of electrical overload determined and repaired by your Toyota dealer as soon as possible. To prevent damage to the engine compartment fuse box cover When opening the fuse box, completely release the claw locks before lifting up the cover. Otherwise, the claws may be damaged.