The Suzuki Vitara has been produced across four generations from 1988 to the present and is sold worldwide. In certain markets, the model was marketed under the "Grand" moniker as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, Grand Escudo, or XL-7. This guide details the second-generation fuse boxes and relay panels for the Suzuki Vitara (chassis codes FT, GT), covering model years 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, and 2006. Below are the locations, reference photographs, and wiring diagrams for these component blocks. The cigarette lighter fuse is highlighted in bold.
Block configurations and component assignments may vary from those shown, depending on the model year, market destination, and trim package.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located on the right side of the engine bay, adjacent to the battery.
Type 1
Component Photograph.
| Diagram | |
|---|---|
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| No. | Rating / Description |
| F1 | (15A / 25A) Auxiliary equipment / Accessories |
| F2 | (15A) Engine management system (Gasoline models) |
| F3 | (15A) RH headlight |
| F4 | (15A) Unassigned |
| F5 | (60A) Main power supply |
| F6 | (30A) Instrument panel fuse / relay box |
| F7 | (60A) Ignition switch circuits |
| F8 | (50A) ABS / ESP system |
| F9 | (80A / 100A) Main fusible link |
| F10 | (30A) Engine control module (ECM) |
| F11 | (25A) A/C system |
Auxiliary Relay Panel - Key:
- Body control fuse or relay;
- Body control fuse or relay;
- A/C compressor clutch relay;
- A/C condenser fan relay;
- Auxiliary equipment fuses
Type 2
Sample Photograph.
| Diagram | |
|---|---|
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| No. | Description |
| 1 | A/C compressor relay |
| 2 | A/C condenser fan high-speed relay No. 1 |
| 3 | Front fog lamp relay |
| 4 | Horn relay |
| 5 | A/C condenser fan relay |
| 6 | A/C condenser fan high-speed relay No. 2 |
| 7 | Transmission control module (TCM) relay |
| 8 | O2 sensor heater relay |
| F1 | (15A) LH headlight |
| F2 | (15A) Engine management system |
| F3 | (15A) Stop lamps |
| F4 | (25A) Heated rear window (defrost) |
| F5 | (60A) HVAC blower motor |
| F6 | (60A) ABS module |
| F7 | (15A) Engine management system |
| F8 | (15A) Horn |
| F9 | (25A) A/C system |
| F10 | (15A) Front fog lamps |
| F11 | (15A) RH headlight |
| F12 | (60A) Instrument panel fuse / relay box |
| F13 | (60A) Ignition switch circuits |
Auxiliary Fuses & Fusible Links:
- (120A) Alternator main fuse (located at battery terminal);
- (40A) Auxiliary heater (PTC);
- (40A) Radiator cooling fan motor;
- (80A) Glow plug system.
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
Located on the driver's side, under the dashboard on the kick panel. It is protected by a black cover with the fuse assignment layout printed on the inside. Access is simplified by removing the lower steering column trim panel (secured by 4 corner screws).
Type 1
General view and schematic diagram.
| Abbreviation | Circuit / System Legend |
| A / C | Air conditioning system |
| ABS | Anti-lock braking system |
| ALT | Alternator / Charging system |
| ALT-S | Alternator voltage sense |
| AM | Ignition switch main power supply |
| DEF | Rear window defogger |
| DOME | Interior dome and courtesy lamps |
| DOOR | Power door locks |
| ECU | Engine control unit / module |
| EDU | Electronic drive unit (Fuel injection) |
| EFI | Electronic fuel injection system |
| ENG MAIN | Engine main power circuit |
| FAN | Cooling fan |
| FOG | Front fog lamps |
| Fr | Front circuit designation |
| F-TAIL | Front tail lamps / Parking lamps |
| GAUGE | Instrument cluster, speedometer, and gauges |
| HAZARD | Hazard warning lights |
| HAZ-TRN | Hazard and turn signal lights |
| HEAD | Headlamps |
| HEAD LH | Left-hand headlamp |
| HEAD RH | Right-hand headlamp |
| HORN | Horn circuit |
| HTR | Heater / HVAC system |
| I / UP | Idle-up control solenoid |
| IG | Ignition switch supply (ON) |
| IGN | Ignition system |
| MAIN | Main power feed |
| P / W | Power windows |
| POWER | Main power distribution |
| PWR | Auxiliary power socket / Accessories |
| RAD | Audio system / Radio |
| Rr / rear | Rear circuit designation |
| CIG | Cigarette lighter socket |
| SPARE | Spare fuse slot |
| ST | Starter solenoid circuit |
| STOP | Brake lights (Stop lamps) |
| TAIL | Tail lamps and license plate lamps |
| TURN | Turn signal indicator lamps |
| WASH | Windshield washer pump |
| WIP | Windshield wiper system |
| WIPER | Windshield wiper system |
| The cigarette lighter fuse is labeled as CIGAR (20A or 25A). | |
Type 2
General view.
| Diagram | |
|---|---|
|
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| No. | Rating / Description |
| F1 | (15A) Unassigned |
| F2 | (15A) Rear fog lamp |
| F3 | (20A) Central door locking system |
| F4 | (15A) Engine management system |
| F5 | (20A) Fuel filter heater (Diesel) |
| F6 | (15A) Alarm / Anti-theft system |
| F7 | (15A) Unassigned |
| F8 | (15A) Unassigned |
| F9 | (30A) HVAC blower motor |
| F10 | (30A) Power windows |
| F11 | (30A) Spare slot |
| F12 | (15A) Engine management system |
| F13 | (10A) Unassigned |
| F14 | (15A) Windshield wiper / washer pump |
| F15 | (20A) Cigarette lighter socket |
| F16 | (15A) Heated seats |
| F17 | (15A) Unassigned |
| F18 | (25A) Moonroof / Sunroof |
| F19 | (20A) Unassigned |