Land Rover Defender (2007 – 2011) Fuse Box Location & Diagrams
The Land Rover Defender (2007–2011) fuse box protects essential electrical systems throughout the vehicle. Knowing its location and fuse diagram helps identify the correct fuse for lighting, accessories, engine controls, and other electrical components when diagnosing common electrical problems.
Fuse Box Location
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
Main Fuse Box
The main fuse box is fitted below and to one side of the steering column; to access the fuses, remove the cover by turning the fixing screws fully anti-clockwise.
Secondary Fuse Box
The secondary fuse box is located under the right hand front seat.
Remove the seat base as follows:
- Firmly pull up the front of the seat base, to release from the retaining clips.
- Pull the seat base towards the front of the vehicle to remove.
- Release the catch on the front of the underseat compartment (solid arrow in illustration).
- Slide the lid forwards to remove.
Fuse Box Diagrams
Passenger Compartment Fuse Box
Main Fuse Box
| № | Amps | Circuits protected |
|---|---|---|
| F8 | 10A | Alarm system |
| F9 | 15A | Front wipers/wash |
| F10 | 10A | Rear wipers/wash |
| F11 | 10A | Anti-lock brakes |
| F12 | 10A | Speed transducer |
| F13 | 10A | Brake lamps |
| F14 | 10A | Reverse lamps |
| F15 | 5A | Ignition |
| F16 | – | Not used |
| F17 | – | Not used |
| F18 | 10A | Side lamps (left) |
| F19 | 10A | Side lamps (right) |
| F20 | 10A | lllumination/clock illumination |
| F21 | 10A | Hazard switch |
| F22 | 10A | Headlamp dipped beam (right) |
| F23 | 10A | Headlamp dipped beam (left) |
| F24 | 10A | Headlamp main beam (right) |
| F25 | 10A | Headlamp main beam (left) |
| F26 | 10A | Rear fog lamps |
| F27 | 10A | Alarm sounder |
| F28 | 20A | Heated rear window |
| F29 | 20A | Cooling fan / A/C clutch link |
| F30 | 10A | Audio/clock/diagnostic socket |
| F31 | 15A | Hazard switch |
| F32 | – | Not used |
| F33 | 20A | Seat heater |
| F34 | 20A | Electric window (right) |
| F35 | 20A | Electric window (left) |
| F36 | 30A | Heated front screen |
| F37 | 30A | Spare fuse |
| F38 | 10A | Engine ECU/PCM |
| F39 | 5A | Engine ECU/PCM |
| F40 | – | Not used |
| F41 | 5A | Engine ECU/PCM |
| F42 | 10A | Air conditioning switch |
| F43 | 20A | Cigar lighter |
| F44 | 5A | Audio unit |
| F45 | 30A | Blower motor |
| F46 | – | Not used |
| F47 | – | Not used |
Secondary Fuse Box
| № | Amps | Circuits protected |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | 30A | Anti-lock braking |
| F2 | 20A | Accessory socket |
| F3 | 20A | Headlamp flash/horn |
| F4 | – | Not used |
| F5 | 30A | Main relay |
| F6 | 15A | Alarm system |
| F7 | 20A | Alarm system |
CAUTION
You are strongly advised against removing or replacing the fuses identified on the underside of the secondary fuse box lid as: 100A, 60A, 60A, 30A, 60A and 30A. Failure of any of these fuses should be investigated by a qualified technician only.
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