Where are the two fuse panels located?

In most common contexts, there are two fuse panels located in separate spots depending on whether you’re dealing with a home electrical system or a vehicle. For homes, expect a main service panel and, if present, a separate subpanel; for cars, the fuse boxes are typically under the hood and inside the cabin.

Residential electrical system: typical locations

When a home has a main panel and a subpanel, the main panel is usually situated where the service enters the building, such as a basement, garage, utility room, or exterior wall near the electric meter. A subpanel is placed where extra circuits are needed—often in a basement workshop, a detached garage, or another finished space—and is fed from a dedicated feeder breaker in the main panel.

• Main service panel location: typically in a basement, garage, utility room, or an exterior wall near the meter; contains the main disconnect and the majority of branch breakers.


• Subpanel location: placed away from the main panel in a convenient area for additional circuits (basement, workshop, or detached garage); has its own set of breakers and a feeder from the main panel.

In practice, many homes use a single main panel with one or more subpanels to balance loads and simplify wiring. Always follow the panel labeling and local electrical codes, and consult a licensed electrician for any installation or safety concerns.

Automotive fuse panels: engine bay and interior

In most passenger vehicles, two fuse boxes are standard: one in the engine bay and one inside the passenger compartment. The layout is designed to keep critical engine/electrical systems protected under the hood and convenience features accessible to the driver.

• Engine bay fuse box: located in or near the engine compartment, often on the firewall or a fender well; houses fuses (and sometimes relays) for engine management, cooling fans, and other high-demand systems.


• Interior cabin fuse box: usually under the dashboard, near the driver's knee, or behind a side panel; contains fuses for lights, radio, power windows, HVAC, and other interior electronics.

Refer to the vehicle’s owner’s manual or the fuse box covers for the exact fuse assignments, and ensure the ignition is off before inspecting or replacing fuses.

Summary

The precise locations of two fuse panels depend on the context. In homes, you’ll typically find a main service panel near the point where utility power enters, plus a subpanel elsewhere to serve additional circuits. In vehicles, the standard arrangement is an engine bay fuse box and an interior cabin fuse box, each labeled on the covers or in the manual. When in doubt, consult the applicable manual or a qualified professional for safety.

Are there two fuse boxes in a car?

Typically, your car comes equipped with two fuse boxes: one located under the hood and the other in the glove box, under the dashboard, or near the steering wheel. The fuse box located in the engine compartment controls various components, including the battery, engine control unit (ECU), and cooling fans.

How do I locate my fuse box?

The fuse box is typically found in a hidden or out-of-the-way location like the basement, garage, or utility room, mounted on a wall. In cars, it is most often located under the hood near the battery or in the passenger compartment under the dashboard. For a more specific location, consult your home's electrical blueprint or your car's owner's manual. 
In a house

• Basement or utility room: Often in a basement, under the stairs, or in a utility room. 
• Garage: A common location, especially in attached garages, on an interior wall. 
• Closet: Check hallways, linen closets, or other cupboards. 
• Outside: In some cases, the box might be in a weatherproof enclosure on the exterior of the house, usually near the electric meter. 

This video demonstrates how to find the fuse box in a house: 1mExpertVillage Leaf GroupYouTube · Dec 15, 2020
In a car

• Under the hood: Look near the battery. The fuse box is often a plastic box with a cover. 
• Passenger compartment: Check the area on the side of the dashboard where the passenger's feet would be. You may need to pull off a panel to access it. 
• Trunk: In some vehicles, the fuse box is in the trunk, often near the battery or in a side compartment. 

You can watch this video to see how to locate the fuse box in a car: 57sshanes maine shopYouTube · Aug 6, 2022
What to do if you still can't find it

• Consult the owner's manual: This is the best source for the precise location in a car, notes Quora. 
• Ask a neighbor: If you live in a neighborhood with similar houses, your neighbor's box location might be a clue. 
• Contact a professional: An electrician can help locate the fuse box in a house or an auto technician can help with a vehicle. 

How do I get to the interior fuse box?

And then pull it out if you look on the bottom there are two little clips. But if you look on the back of the cover it'll show you what every fuse is and what it.

Where is the secondary engine compartment fuse box?

The secondary under-hood fuse box is next to the battery. To open it, push the tabs as shown. If something electrical in your vehicle stops working, check for a blown fuse first. Determine from the chart on pages and , or the diagram on the fuse box lid, which fuse or fuses control that device.