Front Compartment Fuse Block Replacement

2013 Buick Encore Leather, AWDSECTION Front Compartment Fuse Block Replacement
Fig 1: Front Compartment Fuse Block
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Front Compartment Fuse Block Replacement

Callout Component Name
1 Front Compartment Fuse Block Cover
Procedure 
Remove the accessory wiring junction block cover by pushing in on the 3 retainer tabs located on the ends of the cover and lift. To reinstall, fit together the retainer tabs located on the ends of the cover and push down on the cover until the tabs on the ends of the cover lock into place.
2 Front Compartment Fuse Block Bolt (Qty: 3)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
10 (89 lb in)
3 Front Compartment Fuse Block Fuse Assembly
Procedure 
Disconnect the positive battery cable.
4 Front Compartment Fuse Block Cover Bracket Nut
Tighten 
9 (80 lb in)
5 Front Compartment Fuse Block
Procedure 
Release the front compartment fuse block retainer by pushing in on the 2 retainer tabs located on the front and rear sides of the retainer and lift. To reinstall, fit together the retainer tabs located on the front and rear sides of the retainer and press down on the retainer until the tabs on the sides of the cover lock into place.
6 Front Compartment Fuse Block Harness
Procedure 
Lift up and out from the fuse block base.
7 Front Compartment Fuse Block Base Nut
Tighten 
9 (80 lb in)
8 Front Compartment Fuse Block Base

Procedure

  1. Lift the front compartment fuse block base up and out from the inner wheelhouse panel.
  2. To install, first position the front compartment fuse block base to the rear alignment bracket, then the stud, then install the fuse block base nut.
RENDER: 1.0x

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