In this article, we will take a detailed look at the fuse box diagrams for the Volkswagen Atlas (first generation; chassis code CA1; MQB platform): model years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023.
Fuse No. 40 in the interior fuse panel protects the cigarette lighter electrical circuit.
In the engine compartment
There are two fuse boxes located in the engine compartment.
Block #1
Located on the battery. Consists of high-current fusible links.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Amps |
| SA1 | Generator with voltage regulator | 400 |
| SA2 | - | - |
| SA3 | Radiator fan | 100 |
| SA4 | Interior fuse box: Nos. 3, 15, 19, 21, 23, 28, 30, 43, 45, 50 | 80 |
| SA5 | Trailer circuit breaker, Front passenger seat adjustment circuit breaker 1, Terminal 15 power relay, Relay sockets, Interior fuse box: Nos. 4, 12, 14, 22, 38, 40, 42, 46, 51, 53 | 125 |
| SA6 | Power steering control module | 80 |
Block #2
Located behind a protective cover near the battery.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Amps |
| R1 | Starter relay 1 -J906- | |
| R2 | Starter relay 2 -J907- | |
| R3 | Horn relay -J413- | |
| R4 | High heat output relay -J360- | |
| R5 |
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| R6 | Automatic glow plug control unit -J179- (diesel) | |
| R7 | Low heat output relay -J359- (diesel) | |
| R8 | Engine component power supply relay -J757- (2.0L gasoline engine) | |
| R9 | Heated windshield relay -J47- | |
| R10 | Heated windshield relay 2 -J611- | |
| SB1 | ABS control module | 25 / 40 |
| SB2 | ABS control module | 60 |
| SB3 | Engine control module (ECM) | 15 |
| SB4 | Turbocharger divert valve, EVAP canister purge regulator valve 1, Exhaust camshaft adjustment valve 1, Oil level/temperature sensor, Radiator fan control module, Fuel tank leak detection module, Coolant shut-off valve, Camshaft adjustment valve 1, Coolant circulation valve, Intake manifold flap valve, Piston cooling jet control valve, Oil pressure control valve, Coolant control valve | 10 |
| SB5 | Exhaust camshaft actuators (cylinders 1–4 A and B), Engine component power supply relay | 10 |
| SB6 | Brake light switch | 5 / 7.5 |
| SB7 | Cylinder block coolant valve, Auxiliary heater pump, Fuel tank leak detection control module, Active grille shutter motor, PCV heating element, Coolant recirculation pump, Transmission coolant valve, Coolant shut-off valve | 7.5 / 10 / 15 |
| SB8 |
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15 |
| SB9 | Exhaust camshaft adjustment valve 1, Camshaft adjustment valve 1, EVAP canister purge regulator valve 1, Auxiliary heater pump, Ignition coils 1–6 with power output stage | 10 / 20 |
| SB10 | Fuel pump fuse | 20 |
| SB11 | Unassigned | - |
| SB12 | Unassigned | - |
| SB13 | Transmission control module (TCM) | 30 |
| SB14 | Heated windshield relay | 40 / 60 |
| SB15 | Horn relay | 15 |
| SB16 | Ignition coils 1–4 with power output stage, Engine component power supply relay | 20 |
| SB17 | Motronic ECM power relay, Engine control module, ABS control module | 7.5 |
| SB18 | Battery monitoring control module | 5 / 7.5 |
| OBD data bus | ||
| SB19 | Wiper motor relay | 30 |
| SB20 | Garage door opener (HomeLink) control module | 7.5 / 10 |
| SB21 | Transmission control module (TCM) | 15 |
| SB22 | Engine control module (ECM) | 5 / 7.5 |
| SB23 | Starter motor | 30 |
| SB24 | Unassigned | - |
| SB25 | Unassigned | - |
| SB26 | Unassigned | - |
| SB27 | Unassigned | - |
| SB28 | Unassigned | - |
| SB29 | Unassigned | - |
| SB30 | Unassigned | - |
| SB31 | Unassigned | - |
| SB32 | Unassigned | - |
| SB33 | Unassigned | - |
| SB34 | Unassigned | - |
| SB35 | Unassigned | - |
| SB36 | Unassigned | - |
| SB37 | Auxiliary heater control module | 20 |
| SB38 | Unassigned | - |
| SBJ | Terminal 15 power relay, Front passenger seat adjustment circuit breaker 1, Trailer circuit breaker, Relay sockets, Interior fuse protection: Nos. 4, 12, 14, 22, 38, 40, 42, 46, 51, 53 | 125 |
| SBG | Generator with voltage regulator | 40 |
| 508 | Threaded connection – Terminal 30 (on electronics box) / battery | |
| SBE | Power steering control module | 80 |
| SBK | Interior fuse protection: Nos. 3, 15, 19, 21, 23, 28, 30, 43, 45, 50 | 80 |
| SBL | Radiator fan | 80 |
In the passenger compartment
The fuse panel is located behind the glove box on the driver side.
Access example.
| Diagram | ||
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| No. | Description | Amps |
| R1 | Reductant metering system relay -J963- | |
| R2 | Empty | |
| R3 | Empty | |
| R4 | Terminal 15 power supply relay -J329- | |
| R5 | Heated rear window relay -J9- | |
| R6 | Power outlet relay -J807- | |
| 1 | Unassigned | - |
| 2 | Steering column electronics control module | 10 |
| 3 | Rear blower control module | 30 |
| 4 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 7.5 |
| 5 | Remote start relay, OBD data bus | 7.5 |
| 6 | Ignition switch lock solenoid, Selector lever interlock switch | 7.5 |
| 7 | Rear window defroster relay, Rear A/C control head, Heater and A/C control unit, A/C clutch relay, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) module | 10 |
| 8 | Drive Mode Select control unit, Electromechanical parking brake switch, Diagnostic connector, Rain and light sensor, Rotary light switch, Turn signal switch and headlight range control module, Dashboard ambient lighting, Garage door opener module | 7.5 |
| 9 | Ignition/starter switch, Steering column electronics control module | 7.5 |
| 10 | Front display and control unit | 7.5 |
| 11 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 40 |
| 12 | Information electronics control module 1 (Infotainment) | 20 |
| 13 | Unassigned | - |
| 14 | Fresh air blower control module | 40 |
| 15 | Electronic steering column lock control unit | 10 |
| 16 | USB port 1 / USB hub | 7.5 |
| 17 | Emergency call and communication unit, Instrument cluster | 7.5 |
| 18 | Liftgate release handle, Overhead view camera control module, Selector mechanism | 7.5 |
| 19 | Keyless access and start system interface | 7.5 |
| 20 | Unassigned | - |
| 21 | All-wheel drive (AWD) control module | 15 |
| 22 | Trailer recognition control module | 15 |
| 23 | Power sunroof control unit | 30 |
| 24 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 40 |
| 25 |
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30 |
| 26 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 30 |
| 27 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 30 |
| 28 | Trailer recognition control module | 25 |
| 29 | A/C refrigerant pressure sensor | 5 |
| 30 | Remote start relay | 10 |
| 31 | Liftgate control module | |
| 32 |
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10 |
| 33 |
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7.5 |
| 34 |
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7.5 |
| 35 | Diagnostic connector (OBD port) | 7.5 / 10 |
| 36 | Right headlight | 7.5 / 10 |
| 37 | Left headlight | 7.5 / 10 |
| 38 | Trailer recognition control module | 25 |
| 39 | Right rear power window motor, Front passenger door control module | 30 |
| 40 | Volkswagen Atlas cigarette lighter fuse | 20 |
| 41 | Unassigned | - |
| 42 | Body Control Module (BCM) | 40 |
| 43 | Digital sound system control module (Amplifier) | 30 / 40 |
| 44 | Trailer recognition control module | 15 |
| 45 | Left front seat cushion and backrest ventilation fan 1 | 15 |
| 46 | 12V to 230V power inverter socket | 7.5 / 30 |
| 47 | Rear window wiper motor | 15 |
| 48 | Unassigned | |
| 49 | Starter relays 1 & 2, Remote start relay | 7.5 |
| 50 | Liftgate control module | 40 |
| 51 | Rear A/C display and control unit | 25 |
| 52 | Unassigned | - |
| 53 | Rear window defroster relay | 30 |
| Individual elements located near the main fuse panel: | ||
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| A | Unassigned | - |
| B | Right front seat backrest and cushion ventilation fan 1, Right front power seat switch unit | 15 |
| C | Unassigned | - |
| D | USB charging port 1 | 7.5 |
| E | A/C refrigerant pressure sensor | 5 |
| F | Unassigned | - |
| G | Electric trailer brake controller sensor | 25 |