Citroen C3 Picasso Fuse Box Locations and Diagrams (2008-2017)

The Citroën C3 Picasso, a compact mini MPV, was produced from 2008 to 2017 and stood out for its spacious interior, practical design, and quirky French styling. Offering a high roofline and flexible seating configurations, the C3 Picasso became a favorite among families and urban drivers looking for a versatile and economical vehicle.

In this article, you will find fuse box diagrams for the Citroën C3 Picasso, covering model years 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. These diagrams are essential for understanding the vehicle’s electrical system and help with diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance.

What’s Included:

Fuse Box Diagrams – Visual references showing the location and function of each fuse and relay.
Fuse Panel Locations – Guidance on where to find the fuse boxes inside your C3 Picasso.
Fuse Assignments – Detailed explanations of each fuse’s role in powering components like lights, wipers, power windows, and infotainment systems.

Whether you’re troubleshooting an electrical issue, replacing a faulty component, or performing preventive maintenance, this fuse layout guide for the Citroën C3 Picasso (2008–2017) is an invaluable tool for keeping your vehicle in top condition.

What’s Included

Dashboard

Fuse box location

Left-hand drive vehicles: the fuse box is placed in the lower dashboard (left-hand side).

Unclip the cover by pulling on the side, remove the cover completely.

Right-hand drive vehicles: the fuse box is located in the glove box.

Open the glove box, unclip the cover by pulling on the side, remove the cover completely.

Fuse box diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the Dashboard Fuse box

N°	Rating	Functions
F1	15 A	Rear wiper.
F2	–	Not used.
F3	5 A	Airbags and pretensioners control unit.
F4	10 A	Steering wheel angle sensor, air conditioning, clutch switch, particle filter pump, diagnostic socket, airflow meter.
F5	30 A	Electric window switch panel, passenger’s electric window control, front electric window motor.
F6	30 A	Rear electric window motor and driver’s electric window motor.
F7	5 A	Courtesy and front map reading lamps, glove box lighting, torch, rear reading lamps.
F8	20 A	Multifunction screen, audio system, navigation radio.
F9	30 A	Audio system (aftermarket), 12 V socket.
F10	15 A	Steering wheel controls.
F11	15 A	Ignition, diagnostic socket.
F12	15 A	Rain / sunshine sensor, trailer relay unit.
F13	5 A	Main stop switch, engine relay unit.
F14	15 A	Parking assistance control unit, seat belt unfastened warning lamp, airbag control unit, instrument panel, air conditioning, USB Box.
F15	30 A	Locking.
F16	–	Not used.
F17	40 A	Rear screen and door mirrors demist/defrost.
SH	–	PARC shunt.
FH36	5 A	Trailer relay unit.
FH37	15 A	Trailer accessories socket supply.
FH38	20 A	Aftermarket navigation.
FH39	20 A	Heated seats (except RHD)
FH40	30 A	Trailer relay unit.

Engine compartment

Fuse box location

It is located in the engine compartment near the battery (left-hand side).

Fuse box diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the Engine compartment

N°	Rating	Functions
F1	20 A	Engine control unit supply, cooling fan unit control, multifunction engine control main relay.
F2	15 A	Horn.
F3	10 A	Front / rear wash-wipe.
F4	20 A	Daytime running lamps.
F5	15 A	Diesel heater (Diesel engine), fuel pump (petrol engine)
F6	10 A	ABS/ESP control unit, ABS/ESP cut-off relay, secondary stop switch.
F7	10 A	Electric power steering.
F8	25 A	Starter motor control.
F9	10 A	Switching and protection unit (Diesel).
F10	30 A	Diesel engine injection pump valve, injectors and ignition coils (petrol engine).
F11	40 A	Air conditioning fan.
F12	30 A	Windscreen wipers slow / fast speed.
F13	40 A	Built-in systems interface supply (ignition positive).
F14	30 A	Valvetronic supply (petrol).
F15	10 A	Right-hand main beam headlamp.
F16	10 A	Left-hand main beam headlamp.
F17	15 A	Left-hand dipped beam headlamp.
F18	15 A	Right-hand dipped beam headlamp.
F19	15 A	Multifunction engine management supply (petrol engine), air cooling electrovalves (Diesel).
F20	10 A	Multifunction engine management supply (petrol engine), Turbo pressure regulation electrovalve (Diesel), engine coolant level sensor (Diesel).
F21	5 A	Fan assembly control supply, APC, ABS ESP relays.
MF1*	60 A	Cooling fan assembly.
MF2*	30 A	ABS / ESP control unit.
MF3*	30 A	ABS / ESP control unit.
MF4*	60 A	Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) supply.
MF5*	60 A	Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) supply.
MF6*	–	Not used.
MF7*	–	Passenger compartment fusebox.
MF8*	–	Not used.
		* The maxi-fuses provide additional protection for the electrical systems. All work on the maxi-fuses must be carried out by a CITROËN dealer or a qualified workshop.

FAQ

Which fuse controls the cigar lighter (power outlet) in the Citroën C3 Picasso?

In the Citroën C3 Picasso, the cigar lighter (12 V power outlet) is protected by fuse F9, located in the Instrument Panel Fuse Box.