My radio stopped working and my dashboard went blank, so I think at least one of the fuses in my car has blown. I want to save money and fix the issue myself. How do I fix a blown car fuse?
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Fuses are designed to blow if they detect too much voltage in your car’s electrical circuit. The only way to fix a blown car fuse is to install a new fuse.
Replacing a blown fuse can be tricky, so make sure you know what you’re doing before proceeding. Always get a professional’s help if you’re unsure of what to do.
Here’s what to do to replace a blown fuse:
Locate your car’s fuse box and remove the cover
Identify the broken fuse
Remove the blown fuse with your fingers or pliers
Insert the new fuse in the same spot you removed the blown fuse
Re-cover the fuse box
Start your car to see if the electrical components are working again
Jerry will help you browse competitive quotes from top insurance providers and make an easy in-app switch if you find a new policy you like. Jerry can help you cancel an existing policy upon request. The best part? The average Jerry user saves $887 a year on car insurance!
Jerry partners with more than 50 insurance companies, but our content is independently researched, written, and fact-checked by our team of editors and agents. We aren’t paid for reviews or other content.