Volvo C30 (2010-2013) is Volvo’s three-door hatchback based on the P1 platform. There are two main fuse panels: under the bonnet beside the battery (36 numbered positions) and beneath the front passenger glovebox (positions 37-86). Some European DRIVe diesel models also have a separate three-entry auxiliary Start/Stop power supply. This guide retains all positions, including unused locations, the original circuit ratings and source diagrams.
Engine, production year, market and optional equipment determine which sockets are populated. The C30 has a rear tailgate wiper but no rear side doors; its assignments cannot simply be copied from the Volvo S40 sedan or C70 hardtop convertible.
Volvo C30 2010-2013 fuse box locations
Engine compartment: open the fuse-box lid beside the battery. The large current fuses in slots 1-18 are normally treated as service-workshop items, while smaller 19-36 fuses can be checked with the appropriate puller and original rating.
Passenger compartment: the second holder is underneath the glovebox. Release the lower trim fasteners, turn the panel retaining clips and lower the unit carefully toward the front passenger seat. Reassemble the clips and trim securely.
Volvo C30 2010-2013 under-bonnet fuse box
This chart includes the starter, engine management, electric steering, radiator fan, ABS, air-conditioning blower, headlights and front wipers. Front wipers: engine position 17 (30 A); blower: position 10 (40 A); horn: position 20 (15 A); ABS pump: position 7 (30 A) in the documented C30 list.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 | Radiator cooling fan |
| 2 | 80 | Electric power steering |
| 3 | 60 | Main passenger compartment fuse-box supply |
| 4 | 60 | Second passenger compartment fuse-box supply |
| 5 | 80 | Optional PTC electric cabin heater |
| 6 | 60 / 70 / – | Diesel glow plugs: 60 A on D4162T 1.6, 70 A on certain five-cylinder diesels; unused on North American petrol cars |
| 7 | 30 | ABS hydraulic pump, 30 A in the documented C30 fuse layout |
| 8 | 20 | ABS hydraulic control valves |
| 9 | 30 | Engine-management supply |
| 10 | 40 | Heater and air-conditioning blower |
| 11 | 30 (EU list) / 20 (USA 2013) | Headlamp washers: 30 A in the European list versus 20 A in the USA 2013 manual; verify the exact version |
| 12 | 30 | Heated rear window |
| 13 | 30 | Starter relay and solenoid |
| 14 | 40 | Trailer connector where fitted |
| 15 | – | Unused position |
| 16 | 30 | Factory radio and audio power |
| 17 | 30 | Front windscreen wipers |
| 18 | 40 | Additional cabin fuse-box supply |
| 19 | – | Unused position |
| 20 | 15 | Horn |
| 21 | 20 | Auxiliary fuel-fired cabin heater, if fitted |
| 22 | – | Unused position |
| 23 | 10 / 15 | Engine ECM and transmission TCM; 10 or 15 A according to engine |
| 24 | 20 | Diesel fuel-filter heating or crankcase heater |
| 25 | 10 | Central Electronic Module (CEM) for Start/Stop; distinct from the supplementary Start/Stop fuse numbered 25 |
| 26 | 15 | Ignition switch |
| 27 | 10 | Air-conditioning compressor |
| 28 | – | Unused position |
| 29 | 15 | Front fog lamps or DRL where fitted |
| 30 | 10 | Start/Stop electric coolant pump on fitted engines |
| 31 | 10 | Alternator voltage regulator on selected engines |
| 32 | 10 | Fuel injectors and engine-specific airflow or turbo controls |
| 33 | 20 | Oxygen sensor, petrol vacuum pump or diesel ECU and fuel heater |
| 34 | 10 | Petrol coils, A/C pressure sensor or diesel EGR and glow controls |
| 35 | 15 | Engine actuators, air-conditioning relay, EVAP, MAF and turbo controls |
| 36 | 10 | Engine ECM and throttle or accelerator sensors |
Volvo C30 DRIVe Start/Stop auxiliary fuses
Some diesel DRIVe cars with the auxiliary battery use 11M/1 (125 A), 11M/2 (15 A) and another position 25 (10 A) serving the CEM auxiliary battery voltage reference. These are an additional equipment-specific set, not a continuation of the 1-36 engine fuse sequence.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| 11M/1 | 125 | DRIVe Start/Stop main electrical distribution and battery power |
| 11M/2 | 15 | Battery condition monitoring sensor |
| 25 | 10 | CEM voltage-reference supply for auxiliary diesel battery |
Volvo C30 2010-2013 under-glovebox fuse box, 37-86
The passenger panel covers the power outlet, airbag electronics, audio, roof equipment, central locking, interior lighting, power windows and the hatchback rear wiper. Cabin position 45 (15 A) protects the 12 V power socket; 57 (15 A) the OBD II diagnostics connector and brake switch; and 74 (15 A) the fuel pump relay.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| 37 | – | Unused position |
| 38 | – | Unused position |
| 39 | – | Unused position |
| 40 | – | Unused position |
| 41 | – | Unused position |
| 42 | – | Unused position |
| 43 | 15 | Radio, factory Bluetooth and optional RTI navigation |
| 44 | 10 | SRS airbag controller and engine ECM circuits |
| 45 | 15 | 12 V accessory power socket |
| 46 | 5 | Glovebox, dashboard and footwell lighting |
| 47 | 5 | Interior lighting |
| 48 | 15 | Tailgate rear window wiper and washer |
| 49 | 10 | SRS airbags and optional occupant weight sensor |
| 50 | – | Unused position |
| 51 | 10 | Auxiliary heater or diesel fuel-filter relay where equipped |
| 52 | 5 | TCM gearbox module and ABS |
| 53 | 10 | Electric power steering control |
| 54 | 10 | Parking assistance and Bi-Xenon headlights if equipped |
| 55 | 20 | Optional Keyless access control unit if installed |
| 56 | 10 | Remote-control receiver and alarm siren |
| 57 | 15 | OBD II diagnostic connector and brake light switch |
| 58 | 7.5 | Right high-beam light and auxiliary lamp relay |
| 59 | 7.5 | Left high-beam headlamp |
| 60 | 15 | Driver heated seat |
| 61 | 15 | Passenger heated seat |
| 62 | 20 | Optional moonroof |
| 63 | – | Unused – Volvo C30 has no rear passenger doors |
| 64 | – | Unused in the updated 2010-2013 C30 list |
| 65 | 5 | Audio system electronics |
| 66 | 10 | Infotainment ICM module and climate control |
| 67 | – | Unused position |
| 68 | 5 | Cruise control |
| 69 | 5 | Air conditioning, rain sensor and optional BLIS controls |
| 70 | – | Unused position |
| 71 | – | Unused position |
| 72 | – | Unused position |
| 73 | 5 | Sunroof, overhead console, interior mirror and seatbelt warning |
| 74 | 15 | Fuel pump relay |
| 75 | – | Unused position |
| 76 | – | Unused position |
| 77 | – | Unused in the original C30 cabin fuse chart; do not copy S40 cargo-outlet assignment |
| 78 | – | Unused position |
| 79 | 5 | Reversing lamps |
| 80 | – | Unused position |
| 81 | – | Unused – Volvo C30 has no rear passenger doors |
| 82 | 25 | Front right power window and door electrics |
| 83 | 25 | Front left power window and door locking |
| 84 | 25 | Electric passenger seat |
| 85 | 25 | Electric driver seat |
| 86 | 5 | Interior lamp relay, cargo lighting and power seats |
C30 cigarette lighter, rear wiper, radio and OBD II fuses
Interior 12 V outlet: cabin position 45 (15 A). Rear hatch wiper and washer: cabin position 48 (15 A) in the documented configuration; front wipers: engine position 17 (30 A).
OBD II diagnostic connector: cabin 57 (15 A), which also includes the brake-light switch. Radio and audio: engine 16 (30 A), with additional control supply at cabin 43, 65 and 66. Fuel pump relay: cabin 74 (15 A). Right and left high beams: cabin 58 and 59 (7.5 A each).
The front right and front left power windows are protected separately by cabin 82 and 83 (25 A each). The sedan’s rear-door power-window fuses do not belong on a C30, which has only two side doors.
C30 2010-2013: petrol, diesel and equipment variations
The updated 2010-2013 reference includes 60 A glow-plug protection for DRIVe D4162T diesels or 70 A on certain five-cylinder diesels. Headlamp washer fuse 11 appears as 30 A in some European references and 20 A in the 2013 USA manual. A separate optional DRIVe Start/Stop block has 125 A, 15 A and 10 A circuits. Optional Keyless access, sunroof, navigation, diesel heating and other equipment can change the fuse population. Use the original car’s fuse cover, wiring information and correct fuse rating.
Other years are covered in Volvo C30 2006-2008 and Volvo C30 2009. For related vehicles with their own assignments, see the Volvo S40 II 2012 and Volvo C70 II 2010-2013. Neither is a safe source for replacing an unidentified C30 fuse.
Volvo C30 2010-2013 fuse box FAQ
Where is the cabin fuse panel?
Under the passenger glovebox, behind the lower trim.
Which fuse is used for the cigarette lighter?
Cabin position 45, rated at 15 A in the documented layout.
Which fuse protects the rear wiper?
Cabin position 48 (15 A) protects the rear tailgate wiper/washer equipment in the referenced chart.
Which fuse supplies the diagnostic OBD II connector?
Cabin position 57 (15 A), also associated with the brake switch.
Can I use a Volvo S40 fuse diagram?
Not for direct replacement choices. The shared platform does not guarantee identical fuse assignments, especially for the rear wiper and rear doors.
Always use the specified original fuse type and rating. If the same fuse blows repeatedly, diagnose the wiring and connected electrical equipment before further use.