2008 to 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer Fuses Chart Location Diagram Relays
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The fuses on Mitsubishi Lancer cars are located in the engine bay and under the dashboard. We have included the fuse designations below for your reference. Keep in mind that the fuse designations can vary between model years and various trims.
At a Glance
- Two fuse boxes. The main box is in the engine bay on the driver’s side and holds the fuses and relays for lights, horn, engine and cooling. The interior panel is under the dashboard on the driver’s side and covers cabin items such as the radio, door locks, brake lights and wipers.
- Trust the lid first. Mitsubishi changed fuse assignments between years and trims, including the Ralliart and Evolution, so the diagram inside the fuse box lid is the authority for your car.
- Checking a fuse: pull it and hold it up to the light, because a hairline break is easy to miss.
- Replace with the same amperage only. A higher rated fuse lets the wiring overheat.
- A fuse that blows again right away means a short circuit. Find it before fitting another fuse.
Engine Fuse Box Location and Diagram
The main fuse box is located on the driver’s side of the engine. The main fuse panel also has several relays.
| Fuse | System |
|---|---|
| 1 | Front fog lights |
| 2 | Engine |
| 3 | Automatic Transmission |
| 4 | Horn |
| 5 | Alternator |
| 6 | Headlight washer |
| 7 | AC Air Conditioner |
| 8 | ETV or Oil cooler fan / Twin Clutch SST |
| 9 | Security Alarm Horn |
| 10 | Wiper |
| 11 | n/a |
| 12 | Power Liftgate |
| 13 | Daytime running lights |
| 14 | Headlight High Beam Left |
| 15 | Headlight High Beam Right |
| 16 | Headlight low/high beam left |
| 17 | Headlight low/high beam right |
| 18 | Headlight low beam left |
| 19 | Headlight low beam right |
| 20 | Engine Power |
| 21 | Ignition Coil |
| 22 | Engine Power |
| 23 | Fuel Pump |
| 24 | Starter |
| 25 | n/a |
| 26 | ABS |
| 27 | ABS |
| 28 | AC Fan Motor |
| 29 | Radiator Cooling Fan |
| 30 | IOD |
| 31 | Audio Radio Amplifier |
| 32 | Diesel Engine |
| 33 | Spare |
| 34 | Spare |
| 35 | Spare |
Interior Fuse Panel
The interior fuses are located under the dashboard on the driver’s side.
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| Fuse | System |
| 1 | Heater |
| 2 | Brake Lights |
| 3 | Rear fog light |
| 4 | Windshield wiper |
| 5 | Optional |
| 6 | Door locks |
| 7 | Radio / Stereo |
| 8 | Control Unit Relay |
| 9 | Dome Light |
| 10 | Hazard lights |
| 11 | Rear window wiper |
| 12 | Instrument Cluster Gauges |
| 13 | Cigarette Outlet |
| 14 | Ignition Switch |
| 15 | Sunroof |
| 16 | Outside rearview mirror |
| 17 | All-wheel drive AWD |
| 18 | Backup lights |
| 19 | Accessory Socket |
| 20 | Power Windows |
| 21 | Defogger |
| 22 | Heated door mirror |
| 23 | 115 Volt Outlet |
| 24 | Power Seat |
| 24 | Heated Seats |
Check your own fuse cover before you rely on the chart
Mitsubishi changed fuse assignments between model years and trims on the Lancer, including the Ralliart and Evolution variants, so the charts above will not match every car exactly. The authoritative diagram for your specific vehicle is printed on the inside of the fuse box lid and repeated in the owner’s manual.
When you pull a fuse, hold it up to the light rather than judging it by eye alone, since a hairline break in the element is easy to miss. Replace it with the same amperage, never a higher one, because the fuse is sized to protect the wiring behind it.
If a fuse keeps blowing, or the fuse is good and the component is still dead, the fault lies further along the circuit: a relay, a ground connection, a switch or the module itself. A full system scan reads the stored fault codes and tells you which circuit to chase instead of guessing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which fuse is the cigarette lighter on a 2008 to 2017 Lancer?
The chart lists the cigarette outlet as fuse 13 and the accessory socket as fuse 19, both in the interior fuse panel. Check the label on your fuse box lid, since assignments can differ by year and trim.
Which fuse controls the fuel pump on the Lancer?
The fuel pump is fuse 23 in the engine compartment fuse box. If the engine cranks but will not start, check this fuse and the fuel pump relay.
Why does my Lancer horn not work?
Check the horn fuse, number 4 in the engine fuse box, first. If the fuse is good, the horn relay, the clock spring or the horn itself are the next things to test.
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