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[Avl_Paul]

I have a 1995 Mini Cooper SPI that was originally sold in Germany (left hand drive). Although the Haynes manual says the fuse block should be inside the car, this one is mounted under the bonnet on the passenger side firewall. Does that mean it was relocated by a previous owner? Why would someone do that?

Also, the cover is missing. Where can I get a diagram of fuse type by location?

Next, I need to find a cover.


Thanks folks!

[BoyracerAU]

Paul, mine is in the engine compartment on the firewall too.

I'll be likewise interested to see which fuse is for what. My car came from Japan so even if there is a chart still inside the box, I bet it'll be in Japanese.

[Aria Aradhea]

IIRC, the fusebox for the Mini is always located on the firewall up until the introduction of the MPi in late 1996. So the fusebox is where it should be. The fuse is the standard 4-fuse Lucas and is available new from Minispares: Minis Spares Fusebox link or the cover only: Mini Spares fusebox cover link



I seem to remember someone here asking about the diagram for which fuse goes where, but I don't quite sure. Use the search to find it...

I believe someone more knowledgeable than me will come down soon....

[Avl_Paul]

IIRC, the fusebox for the Mini is always located on the firewall up until the introduction of the MPi in late 1996. So the fusebox is where it should be. The fuse is the standard 4-fuse Lucas and is available new from Minispares: Minis Spares Fusebox link or the cover only: Mini Spares fusebox cover link



I seem to remember someone here asking about the diagram for which fuse goes where, but I don't quite sure. Use the search to find it...

I believe someone more knowledgeable than me will come down soon....

I have the big relay block on the SPI (20-24 fuses or something) - anyone know where the map of fuse location is for this?

[Aria Aradhea]

Ah... I see....is it using the glass type fuse or is it using the blade type ones? In any case, it seems that the previous owner changed/upgraded the original wiring for the car.... Could you post some pictures? Maybe it can shed some clues for someone else?

[GraemeC]

I've heard of these multi-way fuse boxes in SPis before - I thought they were previous owner mods but Dan correctly advised they were fitted to a few late SPi cars.

There is a previous thread on them but don't know how easy it would be to find through the search. Also don't know if it had the fuse layout - although again Dan could well be able to help here as he is a positive treasure trove of info!

[taffy1967]

Is this what you're after?: -

(1996) 24 Fuse Engine Bay Fuse box: -

1 -- 15a -- Rear screen heater
2 -- 15a -- Reversing lamps, stop lamps, headlamp dim-dip, indicator relay
3 -- 15a -- Auxiliary cooling fan
4 -- 15a -- Headlamp dim-dip
5 -- 15a -- Heater blower, sunroof where fitted
6 -- 15a -- Wash / wipe
7 -- 20a -- Headlamp flasher, horn, alarm
8 -- 10a -- Tacho, ECU, fuel pump relay, alarm
9 -- 10a -- Stereo, cooling fan relay, auto gear selector lamp
10 -- 10a -- Stereo memory, interior lamp, indicators, hazards, alarm, brake fluid warning
11 -- 10a -- Fuel pump
12 -- 10a -- Starter relay
13 -- 10a -- Side and tail lamps left hand, number plate lamp
14 -- 10a -- Side and tail lamps right hand, instrument lamps
15 -- 10a -- Main beam headlamp left hand
16 -- 10a -- Main beam headlamp right hand & warning lamp
17 -- 10a -- Dip beam headlamp left hand
18 -- 10a -- Dip beam headlamp right hand
19 -- 20a --}
20 -- 15a --}These fuses reserved for overseas spec systems
21 -- 10a --}and accessories (A/C system, front fog lamps etc.)
22 -- 20a --}
23 -- N/C
24 -- 10a -- Rear fog lamp

I saved it from when it was quoted last time and this type of fuse box got fitted to the 1996 Mini Cooper 35 LE (and probably other models just prior the Twin-Point/MPi Mini?)

Edited by taffy1967, 24 January 2008 - 05:56 PM.

[taffy1967]

Of course the older glass fuse set-up was: -

Standard 4 fuse box mounted on the bulkhead: -


1 1-2 35amp Brake Lights, Reverse Lights, Direction Indicators & Rear Screen Demister.

2 3-4 25amp Horn, Headlamp Flasher, Brake Failure Circuit & Radio Memory.

3 5-6 25amp Heater Blower Motor, Windscreen Wipers, Washer Motor & Instruments.

4 7-8 15amp Side & Tail Lights & Panel Lights.


1-2 These circuits only operate with the ignition switch at position "II".

5-6 These circuits only operate with the ignition switch at position "I" or "II".




In-Line Fuses situated behind air-filter on the bulkhead: -


15amp - Purple/Orange Wire
Hazard Warning & Interior Lamps


15amp - Brown/Orange Wire
Dim-Dip Lighting


10amp - Blue/Orange Wire
Rear Fog Guard Lamps


15amp - Blue/Red Wire
Auxiliary Cooling Fan (where fitted)

[Avl_Paul]

Is this what you're after?: -


I saved it from when it was quoted last time and this type of fuse box got fitted to the 1996 Mini Cooper 35 LE (and probably other models just prior the Twin-Point/MPi Mini?)

Taffy1967, I OWE YOU SEVERAL BEERS!!!! Thank you thank you thank you. That is exactly what I was looking for - this car is a 1995 that was manufactured in early 1996 by all indications so you are eactly right. It was a limited edition model (Silverbullet) made for the German market.

Thank you very keeping this info!!!

Best regards,
AVL_Paul

[Aria Aradhea]

Glad that's sorted... I'm learning new things everyday....

[taffy1967]

I'm only to happy to help and make a fellow Mini enthusiast happy.

Plus I'll remind you about the beers too.