Owner guide · Elgin CDJR · Streamwood, IL
Dodge Charger Fuse Box Guide
The 2026 Dodge Charger owner's manual lists two fuse boxes: the Front Power Distribution Center under the hood and a Rear Power Distribution Center in the trunk, under the spare tire access panel. Here is where they are, how to check and replace a fuse, and which fuses cover common items like the horn, wipers, defrosters and heated seats.
2 fuse boxesunder the hood and in the trunk
F34horn: 20 Amp Yellow mini-fuse (underhood)
F82front wiper: 30 Amp Pink cartridge fuse (underhood)
Same amp ratingwhat the manual requires for a replacement
The short answer
The 2026 Charger's Front Power Distribution Center is in the underhood compartment, and a second power distribution center is in the trunk under the spare tire access panel. Both hold fuses and relays, and fuse cavity locations and descriptions are printed on the inside of each cover. Make sure the Start button is off before replacing a fuse, and use only a fuse with the same amp rating.
Where the Dodge Charger fuse boxes are
Front Power Distribution Center
In the underhood compartment. It contains fuses and relays, and fuse cavity locations and descriptions are printed on the inside of the cover.
Rear Power Distribution Center
In the trunk, under the spare tire access panel. It also contains fuses and relays, with cavity locations and descriptions printed on the inside of its cover.
Putting a cover back
Make sure the cover is properly positioned and fully latched. The manual cautions that otherwise water may get into the power distribution center and possibly cause an electrical system failure.
Gas and electric models
The 2026 Charger chart covers both. Some cavities are marked (BEV) for battery electric models, (GAS) for gas models, or If Equipped.
From the 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual (Underhood Fuses, page 249; Rear Interior Fuses, page 256; fuse charts, pages 250 to 264), read November 3, 2026.
How to check and replace a Charger fuse
The manual says fuses protect electrical systems against excessive current. When a device does not work, check the fuse element inside the blade fuse for a break or melt; the manual's illustration compares a good (functional) fuse element with a blown (not functional) one. Its rules for replacing one:
- Before replacing a fuse, make sure the Start button is off and that all the other services are switched off and/or disengaged.
- Always use a replacement fuse with the same amp rating as the original. Never replace a fuse with another fuse of higher amp rating.
- Never replace a blown fuse with metal wires or any other material, and do not place a fuse inside a circuit breaker cavity or vice versa.
- If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an authorized dealer.
- If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air bag system, braking system), power unit systems (propulsion system, transmission system), the steering system or the Body Control Module (BCM) blows, contact an authorized dealer.
The manual warns that failure to use proper fuses may result in serious personal injury, fire and/or property damage. It also notes that using power outlets for extended periods with the Start button in the ON/RUN position may discharge the vehicle battery.
From the 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual (Fuses: General Information and Blade Fuses illustration, page 249), read November 3, 2026.
Common Dodge Charger underhood fuses (2026)
Selected cavities from the Front Power Distribution Center chart. Circuit names are as printed in the chart, with plain-English notes in brackets:
| Cavity | Fuse | Circuit (chart label) |
|---|---|---|
| F34 | 20 Amp Yellow (mini) | HORN |
| F82 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | FRT WIPER FUSE [front wiper] |
| F49 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | FRONT WINDSHIELD DEFROST |
| F79 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | REAR DEFROSTER (EBL) |
| F50 | 40 Amp Green (cartridge) | ECC (HVAC) BLOWER (IF EQUIPPED) |
| F53 | 20 Amp Yellow (mini) | RADIO (CMCM) |
| F67 | 15 Amp Blue (mini) | INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) |
| F58 | 10 Amp Red (mini) | PORT DIAGNOSTICS [diagnostic port] |
| F65 | 7.5 Amp Brown (mini) | HEATED WASHER NOZZLE |
| F16 | 25 Amp White (cartridge) | FUEL PUMP MTR 1 (IF EQUIPPED) [fuel pump motor] |
| F78 | 40 Amp Green (cartridge) | HVAC BLOWER (GAS) [heater/A/C blower, gas models] |
| F39 | 10 Amp Red (mini) | ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) #1 |
From the 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual, Front Power Distribution Center chart, pages 250 to 256, read November 3, 2026. The chart lists many more cavities, including spares; check the cover and your own manual before replacing anything. EPS is a steering-system fuse: if it blows, the manual says to contact an authorized dealer.
Common Dodge Charger trunk fuses (2026)
Selected cavities from the Rear Power Distribution Center chart, under the spare tire access panel:
| Cavity | Fuse | Circuit (chart label) |
|---|---|---|
| F62 | 20 Amp Yellow (mini) | MODULE SEAT HEATER FRT (DRIVER) [driver heated seat] |
| F39 | 20 Amp Yellow (mini) | MODULE SEAT HEATER FRT (PASS) [passenger heated seat] |
| F46 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | MOD_MEMORY / POWER SEAT - DRIVER FRT [driver power seat] |
| F30 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | MOD_MEMORY / POWER SEAT - PASS FRT [passenger power seat] |
| F82 | 15 Amp Blue (mini) | MOD_COMFORT STEERING WHEEL SURFACE |
| F66 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | POWER LIFTGATE MODULE |
| F41 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | MOD DOOR MUX_DRIVER [driver door module] |
| F48 | 30 Amp Pink (cartridge) | MOD DOOR MUX_PASSENGER [passenger door module] |
| F50 | 10 Amp Red (mini) | OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC) [air bag controller] |
From the 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual, Rear Power Distribution Center chart, pages 256 to 264, read November 3, 2026.
The chart labels cavities F44A and F44B as the 12V power outlets in the console bin, listed with a 20 Amp Yellow mini-fuse; check the cover before replacing either one. The ORC is an air bag system fuse: if it blows, the manual says to contact an authorized dealer.
Dodge electrical service at Elgin CDJR
If a fuse keeps blowing, or a safety-system or steering fuse is involved, bring your Charger to our Mopar service department. Tell your advisor which item stopped working and which fuse you checked. Our Dodge service center page lists what we do, from Express Lane oil changes to batteries and recalls.
Our service department is open Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and is closed Sunday. Elgin CDJR is at 1500 W. Lake St. in Streamwood. Get directions.
Schedule service online, or read the Charger warning lights guide.
Dodge Charger fuse box FAQ
Where is the fuse box on a Dodge Charger?
The 2026 Charger has two. The Front Power Distribution Center is in the underhood compartment, and a Rear Power Distribution Center is in the trunk under the spare tire access panel.
How do I know which fuse is which?
Fuse cavity locations and descriptions are printed on the inside of each power distribution center cover, and the owner's manual has the full chart.
What fuse is the horn on a 2026 Dodge Charger?
F34, a 20 Amp Yellow mini-fuse in the underhood Front Power Distribution Center, per the 2026 owner's manual.
What fuse is the front wiper?
F82 in the underhood chart, a 30 Amp Pink cartridge fuse labeled FRT WIPER FUSE.
What fuses are the heated seats?
In the trunk chart, F62 (20 Amp Yellow) is the driver front seat heater module and F39 (20 Amp Yellow) the passenger front seat heater module.
Can I use a bigger fuse if one keeps blowing?
No. The manual says never to replace a fuse with one of a higher amp rating. If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an authorized dealer.
What are the service department hours?
Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. We are closed Sunday.
Fuse keeps blowing?
Schedule a visit at Elgin CDJR in Streamwood and tell your advisor which item stopped working.
Sources
Fuse locations, ratings and warnings are from the 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual (publication 105085_26_LB, edition E2 V2) on Mopar's owner information site, read on November 3, 2026. Fuse charts differ between model years, and items marked If Equipped, (BEV) or (GAS) vary, so check the cover and your own manual. Our address and service hours are from our own website, checked the same day.
- 2026 Dodge Charger Owner's Manual (Fuses: General Information; Underhood Fuses; Rear Interior Fuses; fuse mapping charts), Dodge / Mopar, read November 3, 2026
- Dodge Service Center in Streamwood: services and service hours, Elgin CDJR
- Home page: service department address and hours, Elgin CDJR