On a Honda Fit, fuse boxes are located in two places: the engine compartment and inside the cabin on the driver's side. Exact locations can vary by model year and market, so check your owner's manual or the diagram on the fuse box cover to be sure.
Engine compartment fuse box
The engine bay houses the main fuse box and relays. It’s a black plastic unit mounted on the driver’s side of the engine compartment, often near the firewall or inner fender. The lid has a diagram showing fuse numbers and circuits.
How to access and identify fuses in the engine bay
To locate and inspect the engine compartment fuses, follow these steps:
- Park on a level surface, turn off the engine, and engage the parking brake.
- Open the hood and locate the engine bay fuse/relay box. The cover is a black plastic lid with a label, usually on the driver’s side near the edge of the engine bay.
- Remove the cover and read the fuse diagram on the underside to identify which fuse protects each circuit.
- Use the fuse puller (or needle-nose pliers) to remove a suspect fuse and inspect the metal element. A blown fuse will have a broken or melted element.
- Replace blown fuses with the same amperage rating and type (e.g., 10A, 15A). Reinstall the cover securely.
Always resecure the engine bay cover and keep the area clean; avoid moisture entering the box. If a fuse repeatedly blows, have the system checked by a technician.
Interior fuse box
The cabin fuse box protects interior circuits such as lights, power windows, radio, and HVAC controls. In most Fits, the interior box is located on the driver’s side under the dash, behind a removable panel or knee bolster. The cover houses a diagram showing each fuse and its circuit.
How to access and identify fuses in the interior box
To locate and inspect the interior fuses, follow these steps:
- With the vehicle off, open the driver’s door and slide the driver’s seat back if needed for access.
- Remove the interior fuse box cover or the knee-panel cover located on the left side of the dash near the steering column.
- Look at the fuse diagram on the inside of the cover to identify fuse numbers and their circuits.
- Remove a suspect fuse with a fuse puller; inspect for a broken metal filament, or use a test light to confirm power flow.
- Replace with a fuse of the same amperage rating and reattach the cover.
Note that some trims or markets may place the interior box behind a different panel or under the dash; consult the owner's manual for your exact year and configuration.
Summary
In short: a Honda Fit typically has two fuse boxes—one in the engine compartment and one inside the cabin on the driver's side. Always refer to your owner’s manual or the diagrams on the fuse box covers for precise locations and amperage ratings, and replace any blown fuses with the correct rating to avoid electrical issues.