Mercedes-Benz Vito Fuse Box Diagram and Location (1996-2003)
The first-generation Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class (Model Code: W638), produced from 1996 to 2003, was a versatile mid-size van and MPV designed for both commercial and passenger use. Offering reliable diesel and petrol engine options, spacious interiors, and practical cargo capabilities, the W638 became a popular choice for businesses, families, and shuttle services.
In this article, you will find fuse box diagrams for Mercedes-Benz Vito and V-Class models produced between 1996 and 2003, covering years 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003. These diagrams provide crucial insights into the fuse layout, helping vehicle owners, mechanics, and technicians locate and understand the function of each fuse and relay.
What’s Included:
Fuse Box Diagrams – Clear and detailed visuals to help identify fuses, relays, and circuit breakers.
Fuse Panel Locations – Step-by-step guidance on where to find the fuse panels inside the Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class.
Fuse Assignments – Comprehensive descriptions of each fuse and relay function for accurate diagnostics and troubleshooting.
Whether you’re searching for the fuse panel layout, replacing a blown fuse, or diagnosing an electrical issue, this guide is an essential resource. It ensures that your Mercedes-Benz Vito or V-Class’s electrical system remains functional and reliable for commercial transport, daily commuting, or luxury travel.
Keep your Mercedes-Benz Vito / V-Class (1996–2003) in peak condition with this detailed fuse box, fuse panel, and relay guide!
The cigar lighter (power outlet) fuse in the Mercedes-Benz Vito is:
fuse №8, located in the Fuse Box under the Steering Column.
Registration plate illumination, day-driving light relay, headlamp cleaning system relay, passenger compartment illumination, radio (term. 58), all control switch illumination, tachograph (term. 58) M111 and OM601 (main wiring harness/taxi console II connector for term. 58)
7,5 15
11
Registration plate illumination, relay K71 (term. 58), trailer socket (term. 58L), left taillamp and side light
10 15
12
Right low beam, fog taillamp, day-driving light relay K69
Assignment of the fuses in the Fuse Box under driver’s seat
№
Fused function
A
1
Control module (term. 15) for ABS and pneumatic shock absorption, ASR, EBV
7,5 10
2
Immobilizer, engine control module (term. 15) M104.900 (ignition coil, fuel pump relay) M111 and OM601 (idle speed control, diesel control module)
15
2
Wiper Multiple Relay – rear
25
3
Engine fan, immobiliser control
7,5
4
M104.900 (Oxygen sensor, secondary air pump relay, heater crank case illumination, multiport fuel injection/ignition system control module, tank venting, secondary intake manifold changeover and tank valve M111 and OM601 (seat belt warning relay only for Japan)
15
4
Charge Air Cooler – diesel Radiator Fan – Petrol
25
5
M 104.900 (6 injection valves, fuel pump) M111 and OM601 (ignition coils, tank sensor module, 4 injection valves)
20
5
ABS Valve Control
25
6
Automatic transmission, immobilizer and engine control module (term. 30)
10
7
Electronic level control warning lamps, relay K26 (D+)
15
7
Heating Operating Device
30
8
Airbag control module
10
8
Headlamp Cleaning Relay
20
9
Airbag indicator lamp Auxiliary Heating Control
7,5
10
Trailer socket (term. 30), refrigerator box
25
11
Rear windshield heater control module (term. 30), Anti Theft Alarm/Central locking check-back signal
30
12
ABS control module (term. 30)
25
12
Heater Control Unit
10
13
Pneumatic shock absorber compressor
30
14
Auxiliary heater operating equipment, auxiliary flasher module for trailer, pneumatic shock absorber control module, tachograph (term. 30)
7,5
15
Two-way radio unit
7,5
16
Air conditioning compressor relay, air conditioning system illumination switch and control module, residual engine heat storage system control module (term. 15), Taxi Meter
15
17
Automatic transmission control module (term. 15), position switch and illumination switch, kick-down air conditioning shut-off, M111 and OM601 (transmission fault indicator lamp)
15
18
Car telephone, cellular phone, anti-theft alarm system control module, mirror adjustment (left, right, tilt inwards)
