The F01/F02 is the internal chassis designation for the fifth-generation BMW 7 Series, which debuted at the Paris Motor Show in October 2008. The model was produced in both rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive (xDrive) configurations, offered with a range of gasoline and diesel engines, alongside a long-wheelbase (LWB) variant. This manual details the fuse box and relay diagrams for BMW F01 / F02 (7 Series, 5th generation) models produced across the 2008–2015 model years.
Below you will find power distribution box locations, photos, and component assignment diagrams. Fuses designated for the auxiliary power outlets (“cigarette lighter”) are highlighted in bold.
In the Passenger Compartment
The junction box is located behind the glove compartment. No. 1: Front fuse carrier; No. 2: Junction Box Electronics (JBE) control unit.
General assembly view.
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Fuse Assignment Legend
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Amperage Ratings
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| No. 54, 65 — Cigarette lighter / 12V power sockets Relays are designated by square symbols (e.g., horn, windshield wiper, etc.). |
In the Luggage Compartment
The rear power distribution box is located behind the trim panel on the right side of the luggage compartment.
Reference photograph of the unit.
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| No. 147, 176 — Cigarette lighter / 12V power socket fuses |
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| Relay modules: 1. Terminal 30B relay; 2. Terminal 30F relay; 3. Terminal 15N relay; 4. Rear window defogger relay |
Electrical System Overview
Overall schematic of the vehicle electrical network component layout.
- 1 — Alternator
- 2 — Positive jump-start terminal
- 3 — Engine compartment power distributor
- 4 — Engine compartment control electronics box (E-box)
- 5 — Front fuse carrier (behind glove compartment)
- 6 — Rear fuse carrier (right side of trunk)
- 7 — Vehicle battery
- 8 — Starter motor
