BMW X5 F15 (2013-2018) – Fuse Box Diagrams and Relays

BMW X5 F15 (2013-2018) is the third-generation X5, covering petrol, diesel, xDrive and xDrive40e plug-in hybrid variants. Its electrical distribution uses a main passenger-footwell fuse box, the Body Domain Controller (BDC), a rear luggage compartment fuse box, battery-connected high-current links, and further engine-specific or optional-equipment fuse holders.

Exact fuse assignments depend on engine, production date, country and equipment. The original BMW fuse card stored near the luggage-compartment box is the preferred source where a position, circuit or rating differs from this general guide. Do not substitute X5 E70 or X6 E71 fuse numbers for F15.

Where are the BMW X5 F15 fuse boxes?

Passenger footwell: switch off the ignition, slide the front passenger seat rearwards, remove the fasteners from the lower trim beneath the glovebox and carefully lower the service panel. The main F19-F70 fuse carrier sits behind this cover.

BDC: the Body Domain Controller and its additional small fuses are mounted near the right front A-pillar and footwell trim. The module combines body electronics and power distribution; avoid disconnecting it during routine fuse inspection.

Luggage compartment: open the tailgate and fold or lift the right-hand side trim access cover. The F100-F167 carrier and the factory fuse card are behind this panel. High-current fuses are also connected at the battery beneath the luggage floor. Special-equipment holders may be fitted in other rear trim locations.

Engine bay: the location and occupancy of extra DDE, engine electronics and F400-F403 fuses depend on the installed engine. Always compare the actual housing with the diagram.

Main passenger footwell fuse box – F19-F70

The full panel includes engine and transmission controls, xDrive, front sockets, steering, headlights, climate systems, DSC and electric seats. The July 2016 VDM fuse change is retained in the rating column rather than silently substituting one amperage.

BMW X5 F15 cigarette lighter and 12 V outlet fuses

Front and rear power sockets are protected on separate fuse carriers. The main front cigarette lighter is F37 (20 A), while the armrest/centre-console outlet is F36 (20 A). Rear seat and boot outlets are supplied through F162 (20 A) in the rear box.

Some generic BMW fuse charts also list F143 among power outlets. In this F15 version F143 is assigned to the optional refrigerator/coolbox relay, so it should not be presented as a universal cigarette-lighter fuse.

Body Domain Controller (BDC) – passenger side

The BDC serves electric windows, door locks, horn, diagnostics, heating and exterior lighting. The additional DSC supply hardware shown nearby has a different role from the BDC itself.

Luggage compartment fuse box F100-F167

Open the right luggage-compartment side trim. This carrier protects the tailgate, parking brake, trailer modules, electronic fuel pump controller, air suspension compressor relay, rear-seat heating, multimedia and SCR/AdBlue systems on applicable diesel models.

Fuel pump: F165 (20 A) supplies EKPS. Air suspension: F110 (40 A) protects the compressor relay supply. USB: F151 (5 A); Surround View: F154 (5 A); audio amplifier: F122 (30 A). Check the control unit and wiring if an intact fuse does not restore operation.

Factory fuse assignment card and pneumatic suspension relay

High-current battery distribution – F500-F510

The battery-connected distribution assembly carries large main feeds to DSC, BDC, audio, auxiliary heating and the general fuse carriers. Do not bridge or substitute these fuses with improvised conductors. High-current work requires the correct vehicle isolation procedure.

Optional rear fuse holders and special equipment

Some vehicles have further fuse holders for auxiliary audio, switches, heated glazing, charging, and other special equipment. A vacant holder or unused slot may be normal factory configuration.

Special equipment fuses F201-F220

Supplementary fuse holder F301-F314 and Hybrid positions

Additional engine compartment fuses

On B47/N47/N57 diesels, separate power distribution protects the DDE, fuel and boost control, EGR, emissions sensors and related engine electronics. These layouts do not apply unchanged to petrol engines.

High-current engine compartment protection F400-F403

Fault checks and important X5 F15 variations

Dead cigarette lighter: check F37 (20 A) and the socket for shorts. The centre console uses F36 and the rear outlets use F162. Unplug accessories before checking.

Fuel pump not operating: verify F165 and EKPS supply and diagnostic trouble codes. Air suspension warning: check F110 and the relay, then investigate air leaks or a compressor overload rather than repeatedly fitting fuses.

Blower or chassis system failure: F60 (40 A) serves the blower output stage, while F62 has a documented production-date change for VDM from 30 A through June 2016 to 20 A from July 2016. F150 also has a 5 A to 7.5 A variation; confirm the exact build date and assignment.

xDrive40e Hybrid: the plug-in hybrid adds high-voltage battery monitoring, Electric Machine Electronics (EME), supplementary charging and variant-specific fuses including F102 and F615. High-voltage components must only be serviced by appropriately trained personnel following manufacturer safety rules.

For related published English diagrams see BMW X6 E71/E72, BMW X3 F25 and BMW 5 Series F10/F11. Shared modules do not mean identical fuse positions.