I think I have a bad fuse Fuse panel location

2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
80,000 MILES • AUTOMATIC
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KIMBERLY893
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The car would not stay running so bought a new Alternator put it on and had to jump the battery and now I think I have a bad fuse where are they and how do I check them?
Dec 1, 2015 at 8:55 PM
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KASEKENNY
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Here is a guide that will help with testing and replacing fuses as it provides step by step instructions:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Below you will find the process from the manual that will provide the fuse locations and what they protect.

Please let us know if you have other questions. Thanks
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