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The Actros was first introduced in 1996, with production continuing until 2003. It featured innovative technologies such as an electronically controlled air brake system and intelligent disc brakes. The most popular model variant was the 1840. In this article, we take a detailed look at the fuse box diagrams for the Mercedes-Benz Actros (1st Gen; MP1 series) manufactured from 1996 through 2003.
Here you will find the locations and photos of the power distribution boxes. The fuse responsible for the “cigarette lighter” is highlighted in bold.
In the Cabin
Located on the passenger side at the bottom of the dashboard. The protective cover must be removed to gain access.
Overview of the Mercedes-Benz Actros MP1 main fuse panel.
| Fuse Box Diagram | ||
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| No. | Rating (A) | Description |
| F1 | 10 | Rear fog lamps (including trailer) |
| F2 | 10 | Instrument cluster / switch illumination, headlamp washer, headlamp leveling system, junction block — Terminal 58 |
| F3 | 10 | Auxiliary turn signals |
| F4 | 10 | Roof hatch, 24 V radio, parking brake — Terminal 30 |
| F5 | 10 | Work lamp, LSVA system — Terminal 30 |
| F6 | 10 | Spare |
| F7 | 15 | Junction block — Terminal D+ |
| F8 | 10 | Heated exterior mirrors |
| F9 | 15 | 24 V power sockets |
| F10 | 10 | Digital tachograph, instrument cluster, diagnostic connector — Terminal 30 |
| F11 | 20 | Trailer socket — Terminal 30 |
| F12 | 20 | Trailer ABS socket — Terminal 30 |
| F13 | 10 | Interior lighting, Toll Collect system — Terminal 30 |
| F14 | 10 | Headlamp washer system |
| F15 | 10 | Alternator, transmission control system, LSVA system — Terminal 15 |
| F16 | 10 | Power take-off (PTO) |
| F17 | 20 | Blower fan, air conditioning system |
| F18 | 5 | Instrument cluster, radio, telephone, hands-free system, fax — Terminal 15R |
| F19 | 10 | Mercedes-Benz Actros cigarette lighter fuse |
| F20 | 15 | Passenger-side door switch panel |
| F21 | 15 | Driver's door switch panel |
| F22 | 10 | Windshield washer system, hazard warning lights — Terminal 30 |
| F23 | 10 | Right low beam |
| F24 | 10 | Left low beam |
| F25 | 10 | Right high beam |
| F26 | 10 | Left high beam, high beam indicator |
| F27 | 10 | Left tail lamp, parking lamp, left side marker lamps, trailer socket, Toll Collect system |
| F28 | 10 | Right tail lamp, parking lamp, right side marker lamps, trailer socket |
| F29 | 15 | Transmission control unit (TCU) |
| F30 | 10 | Engine control unit — Terminal 15; Dangerous Goods Vehicles (GGVSE): Emergency stop switch (NOT-AUS) |
| F31 | 10 | Driver's door switch panel, exterior mirror adjustment, exhaust aftertreatment control unit — Terminal 15 |
| F32 | 10 | All-wheel drive, ESP® system, auxiliary water heater |
| F33 | 10 | Windshield washer system, alarm system, trailer socket — Terminal 15 |
| F34 | 10 | Stop lamps, reverse lamps, trailer socket |
| F35 | 10 | Condensate sensor, trailer ABS socket — Terminal 15 |
| F36 | 15 | Auxiliary water heater |
| F37 | 10 | Windshield washer system |
| F38 | 10 | Digital tachograph, instrument cluster, airbag system — Terminal 15 |
| F39 | 10 | Horn, Toll Collect system, diagnostic connector, FleetBoard® system, junction block — Terminal 15 |
| F40 | 10 | Differential lock |
| F41 | 10 | Heated seats |
| K3 | ABS / BS / EPB brake system relay | |
| K4 | Starter / battery main relay | |
| K5 | Terminal D+ relay | |
| K6 | Stop lamps relay | |
| K7 | Reverse lamps relay | |
| Auxiliary Fuse Panel Diagram | ||
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| No. | Rating (A) | Description |
| A1 | 10 | Auxiliary heater timer clock, FleetBoard® system, Toll Collect system — Terminal 30 |
| A2 | 20 | Auxiliary heater |
| A3 | 15 | Central locking system |
| A4 | 15 | Convenience locking system |
| A5 | 10 | Electronic Braking System (EBS), inspection lamp socket — Terminal 15 |
| A6 | 15 | 12 V power socket |
| A7 | 10 | 24 V to 12 V voltage converter |
| A8 | 10 | Central locking / convenience locking system, remote control receiver, retarder |
| A9 | 10 | Compressed air dryer |
| A10 | 15 | Junction block — Terminal 30 |
| A11 | 15 | Exhaust aftertreatment control unit — Terminal 30 |
| A12 | 10 | Tail lift |
| A13 | 10 | Transmission control system |
| A14 | 10 | Work lamp, retarder |
| B1 | 20 | Heated windshield |
| B2 | 10 | Daytime running lights (DRL) |
| B3 | 10 | Heated windshield |
| B4 | 10 | Transmission oil cooler, refrigerator box / 25 A Allison transmission oil cooler |
| B5 | 15 | Electro-hydraulic power steering (EHPS) |
| B6 | 10 | |
| B7 | 10 | Auxiliary headlamp |
| B8 | 10 | Rotating beacon / flashing light |
| B9 | 15 | Electronic Braking System (EBS) — Terminal 30 |
| B10 | 10 | Telephone / navigation control unit, mobile phone socket — Terminal 30 |
| B11 | 10 | Spare |
| B12 | 10 | Telephone / navigation control unit, mobile phone socket — Terminal 15 |
| B13 | 20 | Heated windshield |
| B14 | 15 | Electronic Braking System (EBS) — Terminal 30 |