Citroen DS3 | 2009-2016 | Fuse Box Diagrams and Locations

The 3-door supermini Citroën DS3, produced from 2009 to 2016, stands out with its bold styling, customizable design options, and sporty driving dynamics. As the first standalone model under the DS sub-brand, the DS3 offered a premium feel in a compact package, appealing to drivers seeking both character and practicality.

In this article, you will find fuse box diagrams for the Citroën DS3, covering model years 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, and 2016. These diagrams provide valuable insight into the fuse layout, helping you locate and understand the role of each fuse and relay in your vehicle’s electrical system.

What’s Included:

Fuse Box Diagrams – Clear and labeled diagrams to help you identify each fuse, relay, and circuit.
Fuse Panel Locations – Instructions on where to find the main and secondary fuse panels inside the Citroën DS3.
Fuse Assignments – Descriptions of each fuse’s function for efficient diagnostics and repairs.

Whether you’re replacing a blown fuse, diagnosing an electrical fault, or performing routine maintenance, this guide is an essential tool. It ensures your Citroën DS3’s electronics—from lighting to power accessories—stay in optimal working condition.

Keep your Citroën DS3 (2009–2016) running smoothly with this detailed fuse panel and relay reference.

What’s Included

Dashboard

Fuse box location

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

The location of the fuses in the passenger compartment (LHD): Citroen DS3 (2009-2016)

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

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

The location of the fuses in the passenger compartment (RHD): Citroen DS3 (2009-2016)

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

Fuse box diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the Dashboard Fuse box

Fuse Data

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№	Rating	Functions
F1	15 A	Rear wiper.
F2	–	Not used.
F3	5 A	Airbags and pretensioners control unit.
F4	10 A	Air conditioning, clutch switch, electrochromatic mirror, particle filter pump (Diesel), diagnostic socket, airflow sensor (Diesel).
F5	30 A	Electric windows panel, passenger’s electric window control, front electric window motor.
F6	30 A	Driver’s electric window motor.
F7	5 A	Courtesy lamp, glove box lighting (except RHD)
F8	20 A	Multifunction screen, audio system, navigation radio, alarm control unit, alarm siren.
F9	30 A	12 V socket, portable navigation support supply.
F10	15 A	Steering mounted controls.
F11	15 A	Ignition, diagnostic socket, automatic gearbox control unit.
F12	15 A	Rain / sunshine sensor, trailer relay unit.
F13	5 A	Main stop switch, engine relay unit.
F14	15 A	Parking sensors control unit, airbag control unit, instrument panel, digital air conditioning, USB Box, Hi-Fi amplifier.
F15	30 A	Locking.
F16	–	Not used.
F17	40 A	Rear screen and door mirrors demisting/defrosting.
SH	–	PARC shunt.
FH36	5 A	Trailer relay unit.
FH37	–	Not used.
FH38	20 A	Hi-Fi amplifier.
FH39	20 A	Heated seats (except RHD)
FH40	40 A	Trailer relay unit.

Engine compartment

Fuse box location

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

The location of the fuses in the engine compartment: Citroen DS3 (2009-2016)

Fuse box diagram

Assignment of the fuses in the Engine compartment

Fuse Data

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№	Rating	Functions
F1	20 A	Engine control unit supply, cooling fan unit control relay, multifunction engine control main relay, injection pump (Diesel).
F2	15 A	Horn.
F3	10 A	Front / rear screenwash.
F4	20 A	LED lamps.
F5	15 A	Diesel heater (Diesel), particle filter additive pump (Diesel), air flow sensor (Diesel), blow-by heater and electrovalves (VTi).
F6	10 A	ABS/DSC control unit, secondary stop switch.
F7	10 A	Electric power steering, automatic gearbox.
F8	25 A	Starter control.
F9	10 A	Switching and protection unit (Diesel).
F10	30 A	Fuel heater (Diesel), blow-by heater (Diesel), fuel pump (VTi), injectors and ignition coils (petrol).
F11	40 A	Heater blower.
F12	30 A	Windscreen wipers slow / fast speed.
F13	40 A	Built-in systems interface supply (ignition positive).
F14	30 A	Valvetronic supply (VTi).
F15	10 A	Right-hand main beam headlamps.
F16	10 A	Left-hand main beam headlamps.
F17	15 A	Left-hand dipped beam headlamps.
F18	15 A	Right-hand dipped beam headlamps.
F19	15 A	Oxygen sensors and electrovalves (VTi), electrovalves (Diesel), EGR electrovalve (Diesel).
F20	10 A	Pumps, electronic thermostat (VTi), timimg electrovalve (THP), water in fuel sensor (Diesel).
F21	5 A	Fan assembly control supply, ABS/DSC, turbo pump (THP).
MF1*	60 A	Fan assembly.
MF2*	30 A	ABS / DSC pump.
MF3*	30 A	ABS / DSC electrovalves.
MF4*	60 A	Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) supply.
MF5*	60 A	Built-in Systems Interface (BSI) supply.
MF6*	30 A	Additional cooling fan unit (THP).
MF7*	80 A	Dashboard 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 and power outlet in the Citroën DS3?

In the Citroën DS3, the cigar lighter and power outlet are protected by fuse F9, located in the Instrument Panel Fuse Box.